Construction Inspector

About the role

This position supports LAWA’s Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division across multiple projects within LAWA’s Tenant Improvement Program, primarily focusing on building disciplines. Candidates must demonstrate a clear understanding and interpretation of LA City Building Code and ADA Requirements. Successfully hired candidates must pass a background check and obtain a LAWA SIDA badge prior to the official start.

The role requires the ability to walk long distances, climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, and crawl into work areas within expansive terminals. Candidates must be available to work day, swing, modified, or night shifts, including weekends, as dictated by the contractor’s schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive daily inspections across building and terminal construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable codes and project specifications.
• Review and interpret construction documents, including blueprints, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Prepare comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of observed construction activities, tracking progress, and identifying issues, deficiencies, or safety concerns.
• Verify contractor compliance with local jurisdiction requirements, building codes, and LAWA-specific proprietary standards.
• Support special inspections and testing activities, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and third-party agencies as needed.
• Track and document time-and-material work, field changes, and job quantities as assigned.
• Assist in validating contractor progress payment requests based on an approved schedule of values.
• Perform inspections related to building construction, including but not limited to:
  • Clearing, grubbing, and demolition of building structures.
  • Excavations, trenching, and shoring.
  • Grade and elevation surveys.
  • Structural backfill and compaction for underground utilities.
  • Structural and nonstructural concrete work, formwork, footings, and micro piles.
  • Sewer and storm drain inspection.
  • Metal stud framing, drywall installation, and interior finishes.
  • Door and hardware components.
  • T-bar ceilings, hard lids, and other fire-rated components.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing inspection.
• Training in the use of fall protection equipment and harness with lanyard.
• Confined space awareness certification.
• Cal OSHA 30-hour training and certificate.
• NFPA 70E certification required for electrical inspectors.

Preferred Qualifications

• ICC certifications and Deputy Inspector Licenses.
• Experience inspecting large-scale construction of airport and public building facilities, including steel and concrete structures, architectural finishes, and airport terminal operations.
• Strong knowledge of LA City Building codes and ADA requirements.
• Experience inspecting demolition and full construction cycles of buildings.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing deficiencies to ensure compliance with required standards.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in Project Management Information Software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PM Web, Adobe Pro, Bluebeam).
• Ability to review and utilize electronic equipment for contract documents, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and inspection documents with minimal supervision.
• Strong writing skills for preparing clear and concise daily progress reports and other documentation.
• Ability to prepare monthly progress payment requests, track changes, verify time and material work, and document job quantities.

Schedule

Full-time, on-site. Availability to work various shifts, including day, swing, and night, as well as modified schedules, weekends, and overtime as required to meet project deadlines.

Pay

Salary range: $118,560 to $188,215 per year.