Sr. Construction Inspector

Position Numbers: 40070558 & 40077741

Payroll Title: CONST INSP SR

Job Code: 7002

Job Open Date: 09/09/2025

Application Review Begins: 09/29/2025

Department Code (Name): DESN (Design and Construction Services)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): TX- Technical Professionals

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: N/A

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $43.16 to $52.10/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full hourly range for this position is $43.16 to $52.10/hour.

Work Location: 6789 Navigator Way, Goleta, CA 93117; 2200 Suite

Working Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm (Hours May Vary)

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

Our Mission: Design & Construction Services supports the UC Santa Barbara campus by representing the University in all aspects of capital development and improvement with the goal of creating quality, efficient, safe and sustainable facilities respectful of the region's unique and sensitive environment. Our Values: *Efficient, effective project delivery *Collaboration and partnership *Design excellence and technical proficiency *Stewardship of University resources.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Sr. Construction Inspector Acts as resident inspector on major and minor capital improvement projects as assigned to ensure compliance with Contract Documents. Operate independently in providing inspection services and coordinating outside inspection services. Assist in the inspection of other projects as assigned. Act as code compliance inspector in the capacity of deputy to the Campus Building Official.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Five (5) years of field related experience in building or utility inspection and/or construction work, including three (3) years of experience as an inspector or superintendent of major construction work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• International Code Council (ICC) and/or Division of the State Architect (DSA) certification in one or more construction disciplines (Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Plan Review, etc.).
• Experience with UCOP Policies, Facilities Manual, Campus Standards and federal, state and local codes as they pertain to Planning, Design and Construction on the UC Campus.
• Experience with California Building Standards Codes, specifically building codes (e.g. Title 24, etc.), and DSA laws and regulations (Disabled Access regulations); construction practices in all types of construction (i.e. institutional, commercial, residential, and scientific/technical, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Degree in construction management, engineering or related area.

Licenses and Certifications:

• International Code Council (ICC) and/or Division of the State Architect (DSA) certification in one or more construction disciplines (Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Plan Review, etc.). Upon Hire Required.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Days and hours may vary to meet the operational needs of the department.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 90% Inspection - Under general direction of the Owner's Representative: Act as resident inspector on major and minor capital improvement projects as assigned to ensure compliance with Contract Documents; make final decisions in the field concerning job conditions; participate in final inspections; obtain compliance with guarantees on completed projects; coordinate preparation of record drawings. Assist in the inspection of other projects as assigned. (1) Become thoroughly familiar with the requirements of the Contract Documents, applicable codes and standards, approved submittals, and all instructions or clarifications issued by the Owner's Representative. (2) Generally act as liaison between Contractor and the Owner's Representative. Keep a written log of communications with the Contractor. (3) As appropriate to the nature and extent of construction, monitor the quality and quantity of the work and promptly report non-conforming work or performance to the Owner's Representative . (4) Prepare a daily report recording time and activities on the Project: weather conditions, the nature and location of work being performed and by whom, the number of workers by trade, verbal instructions and interpretations given by the Owner's Representative and specific observations. Record any occurrence or work which might result in a claim for a change in the Contract price or Contract time. List the names of any visitors, their titles, and time and purpose of their visit. The report shall be prepared for each normal work day or day on which the Contractor performs work and a copy promptly sent to the Owner's Representative and the Design & Construction Services. (5) Prepare a project inspection plan coordinated with the requirements of the Contract Documents and the Campus Fire Marshal. 6) Observe testing and inspection done by the Contractor as required in the Contract Documents; coordinate and observe special testing and inspection when requested by the Owner's Representative, the University, or the Contract Documents. (7) Monitor the Contractor's proposed and actual construction schedules and promptly report to the Owner's Representative discrepancies between the schedules and any conditions which may cause delay to the construction. (8)Periodically photograph the work with special attention to portions of the work which have been or may be rejected or may be associated with a claim or delay. Annotate & catalog photographs. (9) Review in detail the Contractor's Request for Payment and advise the Owner's Representative on progress and percentage of completion of the work. Act as code compliance inspector in the capacity of deputy to the Campus Building Official. (1) Inspect new construction, renovation and repair projects as assigned for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances including Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and grading work. (2) Prepare records and reports utilizing computer software.

• 10% Safety / Miscellaneous Other - Comply with University and Department safety programs.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

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