Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.
Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Construction Inspector to work on major water related infrastructure projects in California. Travel will be required for this position. The Construction Inspector will provide construction oversight on small to large scale water and wastewater infrastructure public works projects including water, wastewater, treatment, pipeline, pump stations and reservoirs.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily onsite oversight of contractor and its construction activities under supervision of the Construction Manager/ Resident Engineer.
• Perform necessary inspections to ensure the project is being constructed in compliance with the contract requirements and applicable permits.
• Provide daily written reports detailing daily activities, labor and equipment.
• Track contractor schedule compliance
• Prepare written communication between owner and contractor
• Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff
• Provide quality control inspection of contractor’s work

Qualifications:

• 3 years’ experience with all facets of construction including civil, mechanical and electrical installations.
• Experience with sewer rehabilitation, municipal projects, water and wastewater pipelines, agriculture pump stations, and/or water or wastewater treatment plants, for both new construction and rehabilitation, is strongly preferred.
• Certifications for specialty inspections of steel, concrete, welding, coatings, and other aspects of infrastructure projects is a plus.

Work Locations: Openings in Oxnard, CA and Orange, CA,
Hourly Pay Rate for this position is anticipated to be $40.00 - $65.00 per hour, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority and geographic location. Many of KJ’s California public works projects are prevailing wage projects; therefore, KJ matches the prevailing wage requirements; many times, prevailing wage is higher than base pay rate.
Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.
As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.
Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.