Construction Inspector

Job Posted 2/22/2025
WSP
Irvine, CA 92618
United States
Job Description
Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full Time Construction Inspector for our Irvine, California office in Orange County. Be involved in projects with our Construction Services Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

The Construction provides support to the Resident Engineer on complex construction management projects or programs, by performing construction engineering and inspection activities. This person must be capable of applying diversified knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices and monitor construction for compliance with project documents. Must be able to read and interpret project plans and specification and has working knowledge of current Caltrans and industry construction standards. Elements to be inspected or monitored may include maintenance of traffic, earthwork, drainage, utility relocation, storm water pollution prevention implementation and compliance, construction of roadway sections, pedestrian and bike facilities, structure elements of work, traffic and lighting improvements, landscape work and other similar activities.

Your Impact
  • Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for single, multi-phase, or multi-site field inspection activities.
  • Use survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to perform inspections on projects of moderate complexity and/or scope, including proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction or operating permits.
  • Follow standard practices to provide technical assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, highways, roads, bridges, materials, structures, infrastructure, equipment, and/or mechanical systems according to design standard specifications.
  • Act as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for projects of a moderate scope and complexity within a district.
  • Verify load calculations, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications; resolving differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
  • Monitor project phasing plans and contractors' work to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
  • Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
  • Attend pre-construction meetings and answer questions from contractors and other attendees.
  • Assist with calculating payments due to contractors for work completed.
  • Write technical reports summarizing inspection findings and conclusions; generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using photographs, sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, technical drawings, flow diagrams, 2D/3D illustrations, and reports.
  • Assist technical staff, project managers, and contractors with risk identification and assessment, offering input, analysis, escalation, or resolution with construction, mitigation, and improvement activities for more intricate and involved construction or engineering problems.
  • Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of any field/site work, reviewing staffing, and equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
  • Provide guidance and training to entry-level inspection staff.
  • Engage in contact with client and contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project inspection.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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Who You Are

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of 9 years of experience, 5 of which are as Construction Engineer on Caltrans right of way
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and material
  • Understanding of public construction contracts on Caltrans right of way
  • Ability to review and analyze construction drawings and contract specifications
  • Experience with Caltrans construction standards and manuals
  • Proficiency in reading and writing in English
  • Ability to review construction submittals, request for information and respond
  • Ability to analyze field construction issues
  • Ability to conduct meetings with the contractor, owner and third parties
  • Ability to inspect, document and coordinate site work including material testing
  • Ability and skills to assist with construction costs of changed conditions
  • Valid CA driver's license and ability to drive to construction sites
  • Solid written and verbal skills in English
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
  • Ability to utilize Microsoft office software
  • Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications
  • BSCE in Engineering or related Degree from ABET certified university, EIT certificate is desirable
  • California PE license, as defined by the Professional Engineers Act Roadway construction/highway/public works/transit experience
  • CALTRANS roadway inspection experience
  • Knowledge of Caltrans manuals and standards
  • CMAA certification is a plus
  • Well-developed expertise in construction management
  • Ability to analyze project construction issues
  • Commitment to keep up to date with technical knowledge

Compensation and Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

Expected Salary: $78/hr - $95/hr depending on experience level, location and other qualifications. Employee's hourly rate may change if/when they perform services that are covered by California's Prevailing Wage laws on public sector projects, or are covered by other applicable wage and hour laws.

About Us

About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.