Senior Construction Inspector - Bridges & Public Works

Pacifica Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacifica Services in Los Angeles seeks a Construction Inspector to support LAWA’s Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division on multiple CIP projects. The candidate must hold LADBS Deputy License or Deputy Post-Tensioning license and provide Cal-OSHA 30-hour training proof before start.

The role requires 5+ years of bridge/roadway inspection or 10 years as a superintendent on Cal-Trans projects, plus 10 years public works inspection experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold LADBS Grading Deputy License or Deputy Post-Tensioning (Pre-Stressed) License.
• Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the last four years before start.
• Minimum 5 years of inspection experience on Cal-Trans bridge/roadway/structure projects or 10 years as Superintendent on similar projects.
• 10 years in public works field inspection focused on heavy civil and road construction, or 10 years as Superintendent on Cal-Trans projects.
• Strong knowledge of City/County of Los Angeles and Cal-Trans standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect major reinforced concrete structures including piles, roadways, and bridges across jurisdictions.
• Inspect sanitary sewer and storm drain installations per City/County LA standards.
• Inspect street lighting and traffic signal installations per LA Bureau of Street Lighting and LADOT specs.
• Apply City of LA Standard Plans/Specifications and Greenbook standards.
• Ensure compliance with Cal-Trans standards and site-specific traffic control plans.
• Enforce Cal-OSHA, contractor, and LAWA safety requirements.
• Prepare daily inspection reports detailing activities, deficiencies, and safety concerns.
• Assist in reviewing monthly progress payments based on completed work and approved schedule of values.
• Collaborate with a large team of inspectors.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Public works inspection

Team communication

Independent worker

Traffic control

Education

LADBS Deputy Grading License or Deputy Post-Tensioning License

Cal-Trans test method certifications (100/200/300/500)

Cal-OSHA 30-hour training (within last 4 years)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMIS

PM Web

Bluebeam

ProCore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pacifica Services in Los Angeles seeks a Construction Inspector to support LAWA’s Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division on multiple CIP projects. The candidate must hold LADBS Deputy License or Deputy Post-Tensioning license and provide Cal-OSHA 30-hour training proof before start.

The role requires 5+ years of bridge/roadway inspection or 10 years as a superintendent on Cal-Trans projects, plus 10 years public works inspection experience.