Project Inspector / Construction Manager III

The Tsui Group is seeking a candidate who is qualified and experienced in educational facility construction projects to serve as a  Project Inspector / Construction Manager III for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below duties: 

• Project Inspector / Construction Manager III will report to the Supervising Construction Inspector. 
• Inspects a variety of projects including but not limited to permitted and other various projects as assigned
• Ensures 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
• 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). 
• 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 CAL OSHA 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. 
• 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 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

Requirements

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) 

Benefits

• Salary Range: $135,000-$140,000
• Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee*
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 13 days of Holiday pay
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes