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Construction Inspector

Harris & AssociatesSalinas, California, United StatesOnsite
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Harris & Associates is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today’s complex challenges in construction and design. Our offices and project sites in California and Washington with a staff of more than 270 employee-owners. We focus on serving clients in education, transportation, water/wastewater and community service markets.
We are actively searching for experienced Municipal Construction Inspectors in Salinas / Monterey / Santa Cruz areas. Position responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Scheduling, planning, coordinating, and performing daily site inspections individually or with other inspectors, to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications and codes.
  • Coordinate 3rd-party special material testing inspections.
  • Measure and record pay quantities.  Review monthly pay application for accuracy of quantities. 
  • Monitor time & material (T&M) work.
  • Prepare comprehensive and concise daily reports that reflect the day’s construction activities with abundant detail.
  • Manage project photographic records.
  • Maintain up-to-date project records, as delegated by construction manager. This can include as-built drawings, material testing reports, miscellaneous inspection and testing reports, item quantity files, and others as determined by construction manager.
  • Develop and issue Notices of Non-compliance and stop-work orders. Confer with the contractor, designer, owner, and/or relevant authorities to explain the basis for the issuance of the above referenced notices and most importantly, to discuss acceptable corrective actions.
  • Utilize survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, and test equipment.

Requirements:

  • Experience with underground utility inspection, highway, roadways, & bridges
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent education; a Bachelor’s degree in a related field a plus. 
  • 5-10 years construction experience in a diverse construction environment.
  • APWA CPII Inspection certification highly desirable. 
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to communicate verbally and in writing.  Proficient in the use of laptop for report filing and all project communications and document filing. 

Compensation & BenefitsThe hourly rate offered for this position is $45-70/hr. Actual pay offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. This on-call position is not benefit-eligible. Harris is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO/AA employer.  We invite resumes from all interested and qualified candidates including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.Harris & Associates is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Life at Harris & Associates

Harris & Associates is a singular source for the many highly-experienced professionals needed to successfully complete today's complex planning, construction, and design projects: Gifted engineers, public finance wizards, and shrewd owners representatives. Trusted advisors who understand the interpersonal aspects as well as the technicalwho stay ahead of trends and can see what's coming around the corner. Driven by our shared values to build stronger communities where we live and work, Harris & Associates delivers results for clients across the West Coast in four key markets: education, municipal, transportation, and water. Make one call to Harris & Associates, and you'll see what responsiveness means. That's been the Harris Way since 1974. It's why public, private, and institutional clients keep coming back. Sure, there are bigger firms. We are sized to keep your project a priority, with a team of over 200 employee owners throughout the West Coast who are passionate about their workand about making you look heroic in yours.
Thrive Here & What We Value - Collaborative environment- Employee ownership- Commitment to innovation in asset management and public infrastructure- Diverse perspectives enhancing service delivery- Emphasis on personal and professional growth- Healthy work-life balance with social events- Mentorship and training programs for employee development- Hybrid Work Plan (HWP)- EEO/AA employer commitment to diversity- Passionate about work, clients, and team growth
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