Deputy Building Inspector

Job Description

The Deputy Building Inspector will provide special inspection support to Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) as a member of the LAWA Quality Assurance & Construction Inspection Division, working across multiple projects within LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program. Initial assignments include the CTA Curbside Improvement Program and the Departures Curbside Refresh. The role requires knowledge of multiple code requirements, effective communication, and strong time management.

This is a full-time, on-site position (no hybrid or remote work). The estimated assignment runs from November 16, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Shifts vary and may include day, swing, or night shifts, modified schedules, and weekends as dictated by the contractor’s construction schedule.  

Key Identifiers

• Candidates must possess valid Los Angeles City Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) Deputy Inspector Licenses in Concrete Construction, Steel Construction, Drilled-in Anchors/Seismic Resistance, and Spray-Applied Fireproofing. Possession of other deputy licenses is preferred.
• Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience performing as an LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale projects.
• Candidates must provide proof of Cal-OSHA 30-hour training completed within the last four years, prior to assignment.
• Successfully hired candidates must be able to pass a background check and possess a LAWA SIDA badge prior to official start of work.
• Candidates must be able to work any assigned shift (day, swing, or night), including modified schedules and weekends, as required to meet the contractor’s construction schedule.
• Candidates must be able to walk extremely long distances during the shift, as walking is the primary means of traveling between terminals and curbside work areas.
• Candidates must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding, and access confined or elevated areas associated with the work being inspected.

Daily Duties 

• Conduct special inspections across multiple disciplines on Capital Improvement Program projects, verifying compliance with LADBS requirements, the Los Angeles City Building Code, approved plans and specifications, and LAWA-specific standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive daily inspection reports that capture the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of all construction work activities, keeping reports clear and concise so they accurately reflect daily progress and promptly identify deficiencies or code violations.
• Review and interpret construction documents, including plans, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Track changes, verify time-and-material work, and measure and document job quantities.
• Assist in reviewing monthly progress payment requests when assigned to a program.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, testing agencies, LAWA staff, and city officials on inspection and testing activities.
• Perform special inspections including, but not limited to:
      ◦ Reinforced concrete construction, including reinforcing steel placement, embedded items, and concrete placement and sampling.
      ◦ Structural steel construction, including welding and high-strength bolting.
      ◦ Drilled-in anchors and seismic resistance components.
      ◦ Spray-applied fireproofing, including thickness and density verification.
      ◦ Reinforced masonry construction.
• May assume other duties as required. 

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing as an LADBS Deputy Building Inspector on large-scale projects, including overseeing and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations on significant construction projects.
• Current City of Los Angeles (LADBS) Deputy Inspector Licenses in Concrete Construction, Steel Construction, Drilled-in Anchors/Seismic Resistance, and Spray-Applied Fireproofing.
• Cal-OSHA 30-hour training and certificate, completed within the last four years and prior to assignment.
• Additional LADBS Deputy Inspector Licenses, such as Reinforced Masonry, Grading/Soils, Post-Tensioned (Prestressed) Concrete, or Shotcrete.
• ICC special inspector certifications.
• Experience performing special inspections on airport, transportation, or other large public facilities.
• Training in the use of fall protection equipment (harness with lanyard) and confined space awareness.
• Availability to work overtime as required to meet project deadlines.
• Involvement in complex projects requiring coordination with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and city officials.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing code violations and deficiencies, ensuring that all aspects of construction meet the required standards.
• Knowledge of project management information software used for inspection and document control (e.g., PMWeb, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam).
• Computer proficiency to review and use electronic contract documents, including change orders, submittals, RFIs, and other inspection documents, with minimal supervision.

Required Education

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).

Featured Benefits

401(k), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 100% employer-paid premiums

Additional Information

For over 50 years, Leland Saylor Associates (LSA) has been a nationally recognized construction consulting firm providing expertise in the areas of estimating, scheduling, value engineering, and construction management. Saylor is a great place to work where your opinion matters, where you can grow with a supportive staff and make a difference in our project outcomes. We are proud to be an advisor on some of the largest, most technically complex projects in the nation.

We seek like-minded professionals who have a passion for estimating, drive to achieve results, creative problem-solving ability, and a dedication to client service and relationship management. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Come join us and partner with our world-class team and do your best work.

Saylor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.