Public Works Inspector

About Us

4LEAF, Inc. is a California-based professional services firm specializing in Construction Management, Inspection, Plan Review, Planning, and Environmental services for municipal Public Works and Building Departments throughout the United States.

About the Role

4LEAF is seeking qualified Civil Infrastructure and Public Works Construction Inspectors. The ideal candidate will inspect and document construction means, methods, techniques, and sequences to evaluate the contractor's compliance with the intent of the construction documents and effectively communicate updates to the Project Manager or Construction Manager for Civil Infrastructure-type projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily inspections and prepare detailed written and photographic documentation of job-related activities.
• Provide continual review of plans and specifications.
• Coordinate schedules for materials inspection testing and surveying.
• Provide accurate measured quantities and review pay estimates submitted by the contractor.
• Maintain a separate set of "red-lined drawings" during construction.
• Report all discrepancies requiring corrective actions to the Construction Manager and/or Owner’s representative.
• Meet with contractor to review proposed work and schedule inspections.
• Develop "Punch List" items and follow-up with corrective measures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Public Works Inspector.
• Knowledge of Caltrans' Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) and prior experience with state- and federally-funded projects.
• Experience on roadway construction, earthwork and grading, underground utilities, retaining walls, and traffic signalization projects.
• Proficient computer, writing, organizational, and communication skills; good problem-solving capability and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to bend and stoop.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Work in adverse weather conditions (i.e., hot and cold climates).

Pay

$75–$85 per hour, commensurate with experience and depending on the location of the public works project.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule

• Full Time, 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• On the road

License/Certification

• Driver’s License (required)