Civil Inspector

Hill International is seeking a Civil Inspector in Oakland, California

• Inspects each stage of construction up to completion.
• Interprets plans, specifications, and codes and verifies contract work is performed in accordance with all applicable governing codes and regulations.
• Monitors construction sites for safety violations.
• Prepares Non-Conformance Reports when work is not performed to the approved standards.
• Maintains daily activity logs and reports with photographs, in a manner agreed prior to the work.
• Review or prepare interim progress reports for contractor payments.
• Monitors contractor-testing activities.
• Prepares reports on labor, material, and equipment on site.
• Determines construction conforms to plans and specifications.
• Conducts quality surveillance of specific quality related activities as necessary.
• Assists in maintaining, supporting, and promoting a safe work environment while complying with Caltrans safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Provides Construction Safety and Security field services, as directed, including but not limited to Site Safety and Security Reviews including for Construction Equipment, Personnel, Work Procedures and Traffic Control.
• Coordinates preparation of inspection survey reports, cost estimates and maintenance records.
• Timely submittals of these reports and records.

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• 5+ years of project experience in highway/roadway/utility/transit/bridge and/or rail construction.
• Able to obtain Cal-OSHA/OSHA 30-hour training certification.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, standards, equipment, quality and safety per State and Federal requirements.
• Candidate should have strong computing skills including competency in
• Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel, Word and SharePoint.
• Experience using mobile devices, such as iPads, for reporting preferred.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, special provisions, and other contract documents.
• Ability to independently identify potential problems and propose solutions.
• Sufficient communication skills both written and oral.

The hourly range for this position is $80.00 - $86.00. The pay offered will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.