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Construction Inspector - Transportation

Psomas • San Diego, CA • 19h ago

Own Your Future at Psomas

Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact.

As our

Construction Inspector - Transportationfor our

Construction Managementteam in

San Diego, you'll play a critical role in supporting project delivery, ensuring construction quality, and contributing to infrastructure projects that impact local communities.

Why Psomas

Shared Success:An ownership culture that rewards long-term thinking and doing what's right.

Retirement Benefits:Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) with immediate match.

Career Growth:Clear pathways, training, and professional development opportunities.

People-First Culture:Collaborative teams that invest in your development.

Meaningful Work:Infrastructure projects that improve transportation systems and communities.

What You'll Do

As a

Construction Inspector - Transportation, you will support construction projects from initiation through completion, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications while collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.

Construction Inspection and Compliance

Perform daily site inspections to verify work complies with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes.

Project Coordination and Communication

Coordinate activities with clients, contractors, consultants, designers, and regulatory agencies to support project progress and compliance.

Documentation and Reporting

Prepare daily inspection reports, including detailed documentation and progress photos.

Schedule and Progress Monitoring

Review contractor schedules and monitor progress to ensure alignment with project timelines.

Change Management and Cost Support

Track potential change order issues, document disputed work, and assist with evaluating and recording changes.

Quantities and Payment Support

Assist with monthly pay estimates, including measuring and documenting quantities for completed work.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in bridge, roadway, highway, or related public works construction inspection

High School Diploma or equivalent

Prior experience with Caltrans projects

Experience inspecting public works for local agencies, municipalities, or utilities

Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications

Ability to work on-site in active construction environments, including walking uneven terrain, climbing, and working in varying weather and site conditions

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Rate:Prevailing wage for San Diego is $63.96/hour

Incentives:Discretionary bonus and recognition programs

Time Off:3 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays

Total Rewards:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, along with employee ownership and retirement benefits

Our Hiring Approach

Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and will keep candidates informed throughout the process. If a candidate's background aligns with what we need, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

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