NV5 · 2 weeks ago
Senior Public Works Inspector
Ventura, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$40/hr - $45/hr
3+ years expNV5 specializes in technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for public and private sector clients. They are seeking a Senior Public Works Inspector to ensure quality, safety, and compliance on infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and water systems, while collaborating with engineers and other professionals to deliver sustainable projects.
ConsultingIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Be the Problem-Solver: Work directly with supervisors, contractors, and design professionals to tackle challenges head-on, ensuring seamless project execution
Oversee Quality & Compliance: Monitor contractor work, inspect structures and systems to guarantee adherence to project plans and specifications
Keep Projects on Track: Track costs and schedules, identify risks early, and ensure that deadlines are met while avoiding budget overruns
Be the Go-To Expert: Interpret plans and contract terms, ensuring all stakeholders—from administrative staff to clients—are on the same page
Proactively Manage Challenges: Recommend solutions for delays, weather disruptions, and site emergencies to maintain efficiency
Drive Project Success: Represent NV5 and our commitment to excellence by maintaining strong client relationships and assessing their needs to provide optimal solutions
Qualification
Required
Experience and working knowledge of civil construction principles/practices in at least one of the following three fields: Municipal and Public Works projects, water and wastewater distribution systems, water and wastewater treatment plants
Transportation projects with a preference for highway and Caltrans roadway projects
Experience and working knowledge with Caltrans MUCTD and Caltrans Construction Manual
3-5 years of experience in the above experience
Electrical inspection, including SCADA and Instrumentation for City and Agency municipal projects such as lift stations, pumping stations, water treatment plants, signalized intersections, and other electrical municipal projects
Knowledge of building codes, including ICBO, ACI, NEC, local City ordinances, and engineering practices for public works and/or transportation projects, and/or electrical SCADA and Instrumentation Projects
Experience providing construction oversight of the Contractor
Strong written and verbal communication skills, proven ability to interact with individuals at all levels of construction while coordinating multiple, complex projects
Working knowledge of and basic proficiency with computers. Ability to create and use Construction Inspection Daily logs on computer/tablet. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to utilize other construction related software including Microsoft Project and/or Primavera, a plus
Conflict Resolution - Effectively and constructively manage conflicts with others
Safety Awareness - Identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
High School Degree or a related technical field
Candidate must have a valid California Driver's License and have a vehicle
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, Hard Hat, protective footwear, respirators or other PPE's as needed in compliance with OSHA regulations)
Ability to work out-of-doors in inclemently hot or cold weather, sitting, standing, and walking
Most shifts are worked monitoring the Contractors' standard construction shift during the day M- F, but you should be willing to work nights and weekends
Ability to travel within Southern California
Preferred
Preference given to Group II Construction Inspection Certificates or other Valid Construction Certificates in Public Works or Related Fields
Preference will be given to those who have a minimum of one valid Group II certification
While Certificates are not mandatory, the ideal candidate may have many of the following certificates: Safety and Basic Certificates, Cal OSHA Safety Awareness Training, 40-Hour HAZWOPER, Project Inspector, Public Works Inspector, Group II Certifications, AWS-CWI Welding Inspector, Concrete Inspector, Building/Construction Inspector, Grading Inspector, Reinforcing Steel, Pre-tensioned concrete, Post Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel Welding Inspector, Concrete Batch Plant, Structural Masonry, Group III, Protective Coatings Inspector
Benefits
Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
NV5
NV5 is a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for public and private sector clients supporting infrastructure, utility, and building assets and systems.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2025-05-15Acquired
2013-03-26IPO
Leadership Team
Noreen Clindinning
Chief Operating Officer Environmental Health Services
Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE
Chief Diversity Officer / SoCal Construction Quality Assurance Group Director
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