Construction Inspector

Job Description

D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Construction Inspector in Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of runway and taxiway construction activities including FAA P-501 PCCP slip form and side form paving operations, ensuring compliance with specialized concrete paving equipment practices, vibration setup, paver speed, screed inspection, finishing, and surface treatment requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections of FAA P-401 asphalt placement and compaction activities, including air-void testing, surface defect repair, release agent application, and cold milling, patching, profiling, and grade correction operations.
• Inspect installation and testing of FAA P-201 base material and P-306 lean concrete base systems, including earthwork operations, soil import/export activities, subgrade preparation, and temporary erosion and drainage control setup and compliance.
• Apply extensive knowledge of FAA active airfield work rules and protocols, including barricades, fencing, lighting, signage, pavement markings, FAA 7460 compliance, and vehicle service road requirements for both reflective and non-reflective runway/taxiway signage systems.
• Ensure compliance with FOD controls and active airfield protocols, including dust control, sweeping procedures, airport security and escorting protocols, and FAA vehicle marking/identification requirements across all operational areas.
• Inspect FAA airfield lighting systems including taxiway edge, centerline, TDZ, hold bar, and status lights, ensuring proper series circuits and regulator functionality throughout all installation phases.
• Coordinate opening and closing of active runways and taxiways using proper radio protocol and multi-group coordination procedures, maintaining operational safety and efficiency standards.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports with comprehensive mapping, video/photo documentation, and accurate quantity tracking that clearly documents construction activities, deficiencies, and compliance issues in a timely manner.
• Perform batch plant inspections for both PCCP and asphalt materials, interpret complex underground utility plans, read survey data, and perform calculations for inspection and quantity verification including line and grade requirements.
• Apply knowledge of project sustainability requirements and enforce LAWA's mandatory MMRP requirements while maintaining availability for all shifts including nights and weekends as operational demands require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Current City of Los Angeles Deputy Inspector Licenses; Grading, Concrete, desired.
• 30-hour Cal-OSHA training prior to assignment. The 30-hour training will have been received within the last 4 years
• Computer Proficiency - Utilize electronic equipment to review project plans and contract documents including RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Working and operational knowledge of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) used for inspection reporting and document control. Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Pro, PM Web, Bluebeam, ProCore, etc..

D’Leon Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.