PCI Level II / III Inspector

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. From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain.

About the role

Kleinfelder is seeking multiple PCI Level II/III Inspectors to join our growing team. The PCI Level II/III Inspector will serve as field and plant quality oversight for precast concrete components, initially focused on a Bay Area transportation project. This position ensures full compliance with project contractual and PCI quality standards during fabrication, delivery, and erection of structural and architectural precast elements. The Inspector will apply professional judgment to verify construction conformance, quality control, and quality assurance processes supporting the delivery of safe, durable, and long-lasting rail infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced quality inspections of precast and prestressed concrete elements including girders, pier caps, platform panels, parapets, and structural segments.
• Ensure all work complies with PCI MNL-116, MNL-117, MNL-135, project specifications, and approved shop drawings.
• Oversee and document stages of production, including reinforcement placement, prestressing operations, concrete batching, placement, curing, stripping, finishing, and handling/storage.
• Observe and verify post-tensioning, grouting.
• Conduct or witness concrete field tests (slump, temperature, air, cylinders) and confirm calibration of all test equipment.
• Review inspection reports, test data, and material certifications.
• Evaluate concrete mix designs, material submittals, and prestressing strand documentation for compliance with contract and PCI requirements.
• Maintain thorough daily inspection logs, photos, and nonconformance records within approved project documentation platforms.
• Coordinate closely with Contractor QC, Contractor QA, and other oversight personnel to ensure timely issue resolution and compliance verification.
• Participate in pre-pour and pre-erection meetings, quality audits, and third-party inspections.
• Promote and enforce project safety and environmental compliance requirements in all field activities.

Requirements

• PCI Level II or Level III Certification (required).
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressively responsible QA/QC or inspection experience with precast or prestressed concrete on major transportation or rail infrastructure projects.
• Proven knowledge of ACI, ASTM, and PCI requirements.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing fabrication QA/QC programs at PCI-certified plants and field erection of structural components.
• Proficiency with Procore, CMIS, BIM 360, or equivalent documentation platforms.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Safety training (preferred).
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to travel to fabrication plants and job sites across the Bay Area.

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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Reimbursements for continuing education and expenses associated with trainings and certifications.
• Career development opportunities through an internal Mentoring Program.

Pay

The expected salary range for the position is $30.39 - $50.72/hr, based on individual qualifications and experience.