Position Title: Construction Field Inspector
About the Position We are looking for a
Construction Field Inspector to play a handson role in delivering vital transportation infrastructure supporting transit and rail facilities. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in an active field environment and brings experience with facility repairs, system upgrades, maintenance work, rehabilitation efforts, and tenant improvement projects within complex transit settings.
As a Construction Inspector, they will be at the forefront of project delivery, ensuring that work performed in the field meets contractual requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations. The role blends onsite oversight with detailed documentation and coordination, supporting inspection and documentation from task order review through final field acceptance. By working closely with contractors, project managers, and facility stakeholders, the Inspector helps drive successful outcomes that keep critical transit assets safe, functional, and ready for public use.
This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in San Jose, CA.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Examine contract documents in detail to understand technical, commercial, and compliance requirements.
- Perform onsite reviews to confirm construction and installation activities align with contractual obligations.
- Track, record, and communicate project status related to contract compliance and execution.
- Detect, document, and escalate deviations from contract requirements or approved standards.
- Collaborate with contractors and project leadership to address and close identified issues.
- Monitor adherence to applicable safety rules, codes, and regulatory requirements.
- Produce thorough inspection records, findings, and supporting documentation.
- Confirm that installed materials and equipment conform to approved submittals and contract specifications.
- Participate in project coordination meetings to address contract scope, compliance, and resolution items.
- Support the review and validation of contractor payment requests based on verified progress and contract terms.
Attributes - Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
- Strong technical and project coordination skills, with diplomatic negotiation skills.
- Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
- Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years' experience successfully inspecting facilities repair, maintenance, rehabilitation, and tenant improvement projects delivered through task-order or JOC-style contracts.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, standards, equipment, quality and safety per State and Federal requirements.
- Demonstrated experience using various inspection tools such as; tablets/laptops, measurement tools, electrical testing, and physical testing tools.
- Ability to interpret plans, specifications, special provisions, and other contract documents.
- Valid California Class C drivers license.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
- Combination Designation throughInternational Code Council (ICC) certification, OSHA Safety Certificates, or Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credentials.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.
Compensation Details Expected Salary: $117k-$137k/year ($56-$66/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidates level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer! - Unlimited flexible time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
- 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
- Formal career planning and development program
- $2,500 annually toward professional development
- Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
- Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
- Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
- Free personal financial planning services
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Employee referral bonus
Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS
Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.
This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster.
Please email hiring@luster.com for accommodations necessary to complete the application process.
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