Project Inspector / Construction Manager III (Closed)

PROJECT INSPECTOR / CONSTRUCTION MANAGER III

Client / Project:                Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) – District-Wide
Salary Range:                    $155.0K to $161.8K annual base salary, depending upon experience
Number of positions:      One (1)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Project Inspector / Construction Manager III will report to the Supervising Construction Inspector.
• This position is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: inspects a variety of projects including but not limited to permitted and other various projects as assigned by the Program Management Office (PMO) or their designee.
• This position will ensure compliance with permitted, and Division of the State Architect (DSA) approved plans; inspects construction related activities to ensure proper interpretation of engineered construction plans; reports variances and documents inspections; responds to inquiries and complaints from PMO, District Personnel, or external agencies.
• Performs continuous inspection on one or more projects; identifies, reports, resolves minor issues impacting assigned project; ensures approved materials are received and correctly implanted within the project; coordinates testing of materials when necessary; performs calculations from the plans verifying locations, grades and depth of utilities within the project; identifies non-compliant work and takes appropriate action to bring back into compliance in The Field Act (AB 1545).
• This position will ensures all changes and/or modifications are noted on the final plans; has general knowledge of code requirements; makes photographic documentation of the progression of the assigned project.
• Documents and maintains thorough, accurate and informative daily, weekly, monthly and final reports; maintains dialog, coordination and communication with other departments, both internal and external agencies.
• Understands CALOSHA worksite safety requirements; uses department equipment and safety attire in accordance to all rules and regulations.
• Thoroughly reviews plans and specifications and reports any discrepancies to supervisor; immediately reports critical issues and/or possible delays to supervisor.
• This position also ensures any required permits have been obtained and are being followed.
• Attends all safety meetings and assigned training classes.
• Drives to and from assigned projects and complies with all departmental driving policies.
• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of construction related to Bond funded projects including mobilization, construction, and closeout.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings and other related construction activities.
• Reviews contractors’ initial construction schedule, submittals, schedule of values, and responds to contractor inquiries.
• Assist the CPT in negotiations with contractors to achieve a fair and reasonable cost for change orders and reviews their impact on the project as required.
• Perform other Construction Management functions as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8 years’ experience in Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public Facilities, preferably including Educational Facility Construction.
• BS or BA in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a closely related field. 4 years additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above, may be substituted for the required education.  DSA Class 1 Inspector Certification (Active).
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
• 1 year of experience in the supervision or inspection of engineering construction work.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction blueprints.
• Experience with using programs such Microsoft Office and web-based program management software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS)
• Experience in a public higher education capital improvement program.
• Experience in alternative delivery methods.
• A valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)

RESUME SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Deadline to submit resume:
Wednesday July 31, 2024 @ 9:00am (late submissions cannot be accepted)
Please email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements: hr@paragon‐em.com
Subject line: LACCD Project Inspector

Approximate Processing Time:
Short list post: Week of August 5, 2024
Interviews: Week of August 5, 2024
Number of positions: 1
Anticipated Start: August 2024
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Recruitment No.: SAC-445