Construction Inspector Jobs in Oceanside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level! 

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories. 

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking experienced Construction Inspectors (Civil/Roadway, Structure, Electrical) for our Transportation clients, to perform quality assurance inspection services on transportation-related improvement projects throughout Southern California (Los Angeles County, Orange County, Inland Empire). The Construction Inspector will be assigned a field vehicle and gas card, reporting to construction job sites, with the ability to work extended shifts and nights as needed.

Job Duties

• Perform quality assurance inspection and documentation of construction activities under the direction of a Resident Engineer.
• Interpret plans, specifications, and codes to verify that construction work is performed in accordance with them.
• Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports, with photos, accurately reflecting the construction progress.
• Measure, calculate, track, and record pay quantities for monthly estimates.
• Assist in maintaining, supporting, and promoting a safe work environment while complying with applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a set of field as-built drawings.
• Assist the Resident Engineer with field input on change orders, RFIs, submittals, response letters to the contractor, and as-built drawings.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in civil/roadway or Structure, or Electrical construction inspection of transportation, facilities or major public works projects.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering and/or EIT.
• Caltrans inspection experience.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
• Ability to assist the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office construction engineering work including, but not limited to:
  • Experience in the inspection of traffic control system compliance.
  • Experience in Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) enforcement.
  • Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
  • Proficient computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat; experience with CAD and Primavera P6 is a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision.
  • Ability to work night shifts for an extended duration.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver. 

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: 

Benefits:Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.   The expected hourly range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Hourly Range:$70 - $90.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. 

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES 

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder. 

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