This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for experienced Full-Time Structures Inspectors for our San Bernardino, California office. Be involved in projects with our Construction Management Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. Other Southern California locations may also be considered.
The Structures Inspectors will provide bridge and highway structures inspection and perform construction management services using the Caltrans Construction Manual, Caltrans Standard Specifications and Standard Plans, Bridge Records and Procedures Manual, Falsework Manual, Survey Manual, Materials Sampling and Testing Manual, and Traffic Manual.
Your Impact
Assist in inspections to assure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and special provisions on all phases of structural construction such as bridges, foundation, walls, falsework, shoring, drainage structures, and sign structures
Assist in reviewing false work plans, shoring plans, demolition plans, concrete mix designs and other submittals provided by the contractors as required by the contract documents
Make grade, alignment, quantity, falsework, and shoring calculations
Assist in the preparation of contract change orders and responses to requests for information, contract estimates, progress pay estimates, and other documents or reports required for the Project
Sampling and testing of construction materials to monitor compliance with contract specifications and Caltrans Quality Assurance Program
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant post education experience to include of bridge design or structural construction inspection as related to Caltrans or major public works projects
Knowledge of stress analysis, structural mechanics, and strength of materials.
Thorough understanding of Cal-OSHA practices and procedures.
Knowledge of construction practices and the physical characteristics and properties of various highway bridge construction materials including concrete.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: pile driving, concrete prestressing, bridge deck construction, retaining wall construction, falsework, and shoring.
Ability to work independently and make minor decisions concerning construction work in progress and to solve field and office problems.
Ability to use an automatic level and transit for the purpose of verifying line and grade.
Understanding of Caltrans construction methods and practices
Valid state driver's license.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation and Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
Expected Salary: $54,500- $89,870 depending on experience level, location and other qualifications. Employee's hourly rate may increase if/when they perform services that are covered by California's Prevailing Wage laws on public sector projects, or are covered by other applicable wage and hour laws.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
