KDG Construction Consulting is seeking an experienced Deputy Building Inspector to support large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. This individual will be responsible for performing special inspections, monitoring construction activities, verifying compliance with applicable building codes and regulations, and maintaining comprehensive inspection documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with contractors, engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, and established project requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience performing as a LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale construction projects, with demonstrated expertise in concrete construction, masonry, steel construction, drilled-in anchors and seismic resistance, and spray-applied fireproofing. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of construction methods, inspection procedures, applicable building codes, and project documentation requirements. Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple inspection activities and work independently with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform special inspections across various construction disciplines, including concrete construction, masonry, steel construction, drilled-in anchors and seismic resistance, and spray-applied fireproofing.
• Monitor construction activities to verify compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, approved construction documents, and project specifications.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive daily inspection reports documenting who performed the work, what activities occurred, when and where the work was performed, and how the work was completed.
• Ensure inspection reports are clear, concise, accurate, and reflective of daily construction progress and field activities.
• Assist with reviewing monthly contractor progress payment requests when assigned to a project or program.
• Track project changes, verify time-and-material work, measure construction quantities, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Observe and document construction methods, materials, installation procedures, and workmanship.
• Identify and document code violations, construction deficiencies, and nonconforming work.
• Review and utilize construction documents, including plans, specifications, change orders, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and other inspection-related documentation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and project documentation using electronic project management and document control systems.
• Coordinate inspection activities and communicate findings with contractors, engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders.
• Manage multiple inspection assignments while maintaining effective communication, organization, and time management.
• Perform other inspection and construction-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing as a LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale construction projects.
• Current and valid Los Angeles City Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) Deputy Inspector licenses in the following disciplines:
o Concrete Construction.
o Masonry.
o Steel Construction.
o Drilled-in Anchors/Seismic Resistance.
o Spray-Applied Fireproofing.
• Current City of Los Angeles Deputy Inspector license in Grading or Post-Tensioning (Pre-Stressed).
• Successful completion of a 30-hour Cal/OSHA training course within the four (4) years preceding assignment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing construction activities and ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and regulations on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience coordinating with multiple project stakeholders, including contractors,…