Transportation Construction Inspector

Mozamo Engineering, Inc.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Construction Inspector to join their team in Sonoma County. This role involves performing quality assurance inspections, documenting construction activities, and ensuring compliance with contract specifications. You'll work closely with engineers and field staff, providing guidance and resolving issues as they arise. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid background in construction, particularly in public works projects. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position that allows you to make a significant impact on civil projects, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 2 years of continuing education in engineering or surveying required.
• 4 years of construction experience on major public works projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts quality assurance field inspections for construction projects.
• Documents construction activities and maintains project quantity sheets.
• Collaborates with field representatives and assists in project closeout.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Professional judgment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Continuing education in engineering or surveying

Bachelor of Science in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Computer scheduling software (P3, P6, Sure Trak, Microsoft Projects)

Job description

Description

Mozamo Engineering is seeking a Construction Inspector in Sonoma County, CA. The Construction Inspector assists the Resident Engineer in all aspects of field and office engineering work related to the administration of construction projects to include conducting field inspections and documenting observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to roadway rehabilitation and HMA paving.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs quality assurance field inspections to ensure the construction work meets the requirements of the contract plans and specifications.
2. Reads and interprets construction drawings and specifications, and identifies discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
3. Documents observations of construction activities through daily diaries and photos.
4. Maintains project quantity sheets and assists with monthly progress pay estimates.
5. Monitors and enforces labor compliance.
6. Ensures material incorporated into the work is approved for use, proper documentation is received, and quality assurance material testing is performed.
7. Provides guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
8. Collaborates with other field representatives or project leads.
9. Issues non-compliance reports and field memos as necessary.
10. Assists the project lead in preparing final project closeout documents, including the resolution of potential claims.
11. Performs other duties as required.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Effective written, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team, which includes staff, clients, and outside agencies.
2. Efficiently resolves issues and conflicts.
3. Strong organizational skills, including an ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited supervision.
4. Ability to make good decisions using professional judgment.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent with two years of continuing education in engineering or surveying.
2. Four years of construction experience on major public works projects (Caltrans experience preferred).
3. Proficient using computer software programs in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required, to any assigned project within the State of CA.
6. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
7. Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites, including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
8. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
9. Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
10. Requires close visual acuity to review and interpret plan details.
11. Must be able to survey and inspect construction sites in rough terrain and variable temperatures.
12. Valid California Driver’s License required.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or Engineer-in-Training certificate (or equivalent to two years of construction experience).
2. Knowledge and experience with Caltrans specifications.
3. Proficient using computer scheduling software programs (P3, P6, Sure Trak, Microsoft Projects).
4. Relevant industry certifications (ACI Field Technician I, QSP, etc.).