Senior Construction Inspector

CONST INSP SR (007002)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_2053

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

9/27/2024 7:01:41 PM

Date Last Edited:

9/27/2024 7:01:38 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6400O

Organization:

VICE CHANCELLOR/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Division Code:

5301D

Division:

CAPITAL PROGRAMS                       

Department:

270000 - CAPITAL PROGRAMS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_2053

Position Description ID

230268

UC Payroll Title:

CONST INSP SR (007002)

Business Title:

Senior Construction Inspector

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

TX: Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40038530

Reports to Payroll Title:

INSP SUPV 2 GF

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40046790

Department Head Payroll Title:

FAC PROJECT MGR 4

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direction of the architect or structural engineer of record, or both, and supervision of the Chief Inspector/Lead Inspector Record, provide inspection as specified by California Code of Regulations Title 24, for that work contained in the approved project documents. Assist design professionals, Manager of Quality Assurance, lead field Inspector of Record and project managers as field liaison with contractors and campus clients. Document the construction process and provide reports regarding construction to design professionals. Ensure that "As-Built" information is recorded on the drawings during construction. 

The UCLA Capital Programs organization is responsible for the planning, design, and construction of major capital improvement projects in support of UCLA academic and administrative clients. The Design and Construction unit of Capital Programs is responsible for maintenance of campus design standards, design professional selection and supervision, project design, programming, architectural, engineering, project management, construction management and inspection services, project budget and schedule integrity, and regulatory compliance for on and off campus construction and alteration projects.

Project Inspection for General Construction

 • Inspect mechanical elements of project under construction for compliance with approved contract documents, applicable codes, and UCLA standards. Report any work not installed in accordance with approved construction documents to the Architect of Record

 • Assist in the preparation of punch lists for items to be corrected before final inspection

 • Complete appropriate sign-off documents at the completion of work

 • Witness system tests including pressure and leak tests for air handling systems and ductwork, performance testing of pumps, chillers, heat exchangers, fans, outlets and terminals, instrumentation, and overall performance of mechanical systems. Monitor activities of contractor's testing, adjusting, and balancing agency for air and hydronic systems

50%

Construction Coordination

 • Assist in the coordination of shut downs of systems with University's Representative, Facilities Management, Campus Police and other organizations/agencies as necessary

 • Communicate with the contractor, Manager of Quality Assurance, lead field Inspector of Record, University's Representative and Architect of Record on issues of code and compliance with construction documents

 • Assist design professionals in anticipating, identifying, and resolving job problems

 • Observe progress of contractors relative to project schedule and report status to University's Representative, design professionals and project managers

 • Participate in construction preparatory phase and coordination detailing activity (CDA) meetings and construction review meetings. Assist in review of construction schedules, pay requests, field order, and change order requests

 • Verify that all necessary contract document interpretations are made by the design professionals and conveyed to the contractor

 • Advise University's Representative, as requested, on appropriateness of construction contractors' techniques, means, methods and materials

 • Assist project managers with schedule and construction technique clarification

 • Assist in evaluation of cost estimates and proposed cost of change orders

25%

Reporting and Record Keeping

 • Document the inspection process and provide reports regarding construction to the Architect of Record, Manager of Quality Assurance, lead field Inspector of Record, and University's Representative

 • Maintain a log of inspections performed. Prepare and issue reports to Architect of Record, Manager of Quality Assurance, lead field Inspector of Record, and University's Representative for review and distribution

 • Verify that the contractors maintain up-to-date As-Built drawings, showing all field routed or field located equipment and all deviations from the construction documents

 • Establish and maintain files of reports, drawings and other contract documents using established recording and archival systems

 • Assist inspection office in maintenance of record set of approved project documents at field site

25%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required

Experience with and knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical requirements, underground utilities, pressure piping, and expansion compensation, supports and anchors of mechanical systems, variable

Required

Experience in building construction work including institutional, medical, commercial, residential and laboratory.

Required

OSHPD A

Required

Demonstrated working knowledge of California Administrative code for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, specifically building codes, OSHPD regulations, DSA, and handicapped access regulations.

Required

Detailed knowledge of construction techniques and procedures.

Required

Ability to exercise independent judgment.

Required

Ability to read and interpret construction contract documents, specifications, drawings, and related technical data.

Required

Working knowledge of construction schedules and cost estimating.  Ability to perform simple arithmetic computations for construction layout and estimating.

Required

Skill in writing construction progress and contract compliance reports.

Required

Ability to work with project specific computer hardware and software.

Required

Ability to carry out inspections in a variety of conditions and locations, e.g., ceiling and crawl spaces.

Required

Skill in working as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, campus personnel, design professionals, and contractors.Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with a variety of people.

Required

Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner when there are changes in workload and competing assignments.

Required

Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Ability to work outside standard hours.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Campus

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.