Construction Inspector

Who we are: We are a water-focused engineering consulting firm, certified as a Great Place to Work based on feedback from our community of over 250 team members. We ranked top three in the AEC Advisors 2021 and 2022 Diversity Index Top Firms and were recognized as one of Fortune's Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services in 2023 and 2024. Since 1990, our mission has been to be the water firm of choice for both our clients and our team. Over the years we have built upon that mission and now integrate a host of high-quality services in groundwater, water supply, water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater, recycled water, construction management, and operations technology from our multiple locations in the west. As a team, we work with our clients to understand their true needs. Our long-term relationships are based on integrity, partnership, and high-value solutions. In 2025 and beyond, West Yost is advancing water resources for future generations and living our core values every day. Compensation range: $86,850 - $127,380. Based on our Davis, CA office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions). LOCATION: Can sit in any of our office locations - ( ). Standard benefits: We provide a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health saving accounts (with West Yost contribution), paid vacation, paid sick leave and holidays, two employee assistance programs, travel assistance program, 401(k) profit sharing with employer match, leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and even pet insurance. Construction Inspectors for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. West Yost Associates has an immediate opening for a talented Construction Inspector to join in our Construction Management group as an inspector conducting complex construction inspections of water and wastewater projects. The types of projects may include but are not limited to: wastewater and water treatment facilities, pipelines, concrete and steel reservoirs, pump stations, operations buildings, electrical buildings, and other water civil construction projects for municipal clients. Job Functions: The candidate must be able to effectively interact with general and specialty contractors, other inspectors, City/Agency staff, and engineers on the jobsite and be able to interpret a wide range of plans, specifications, codes, and standards during the inspection process. Maintaining excellent technical documentation, such as daily inspection reports, is also required. Must be able to interpret and enforce plans and specifications; be computer literate and able to use basic software such as MS Word, Excel, and construction documentation system software applications. Job Requirements: Requirements include inspection experience in water and wastewater facilities, heavy infrastructure projects that include: (large diameter pipelines, low and medium voltage systems, and/or process instrumentation & control). 5-years minimum experience. Certifications are preferred in ICC Reinforced Concrete and Masonry or other applicable certifications related to the construction of water and wastewater treatment, collection, and distribution systems. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS *This position may require travel to other offices and/or client offices. Applicant must carry a valid driver's license. Applicant must also be able to meet West Yost's rules and be eligible to drive for business. West Yost's insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.* Our commitment to quality begins with our hiring practices. We employ the most talented team members in our industry from all backgrounds. We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence. We are dedicated to our number one asset, our employees. Because we are employee-owned, we are responsible for and rewarded by our own success. Come to West Yost where, with our support, you'll do the best work of your life. A day in the life: You will experience many opportunities to grow and develop professionally with your colleagues through collaborative in-person work experience, knowledge sharing, and mentorship opportunities. We also offer hybrid and flexible work schedules to our employees to help promote and encourage a healthy work/life balance. All of our team members have access to local and company-wide events, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workgroup, Culture Workgroup, Wellness Workgroup, book clubs, charitable giving and community service, firm-wide resources, peer groups (young professionals & middlers group), and mentorship and leadership programs. We support and foster your career success and encourage you to be in control of your future with us. Our annual company-wide monthly staff meetings, annual in-person All Staff meeting, Duck Dinner, company camping events, company celebrations, and other company-sponsored events provide an important part of the West Yost culture, which is to have fun. Other unique benefits: You'll be provided with support in on-going education through our 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program, tuition reimbursement, paid professional memberships, paid training, and Leadership Academy programs. You'll be recognized for your contributions at West Yost through milestone anniversary benefits, peer to peer recognition programs, the potential for employee stock ownership, annual monetary and paid time off bonuses, performance-based bonus eligibility, merit increase eligibility, and employee referral bonuses. We also offer a wellness reimbursement.