Principal Construction Inspector

University of California - Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$125,000–$135,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Building Codes, Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Documentation, Leadership, Mentoring, Project/Program Coordination, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Safety Standards, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Santa Cruz, CA
POSTED
Today

This full-time position in Santa Cruz oversees large and complex campus construction projects as a Principal Construction Inspector.
It involves providing leadership, mentoring staff, and performing high-level code compliance inspections in accordance with California Building Codes.
The role includes supervising inspectors, managing construction quality assurance, coordinating with project stakeholders, and documenting progress.
Qualifications include ICC or DSA certification, 4+ years of construction field experience, and knowledge of building codes.
Preferred qualifications include CASp certification and institutional construction experience.
Salary ranges from $125,000 to $135,000 annually with full benefits.
Work schedule is Monday-Friday, requiring travel up to 25%, and adherence to safety and confidentiality standards.
Application review begins January 12, 2026.

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University of California - Santa Cruz