What are the responsibilities and job description for the VDLA Landscape Architects | Landscape & Irrigation Inspector position at VDLA Landscape Architects?
Landscape / Irrigation Inspector
Location : Riverside and San Diego Counties
Duties : Under general supervision of duties by firm management, physically visit job sites to review landscape and irrigation projects under construction. Inspect construction and maintenance of irrigation and landscape improvements performed by contractors, ensuring compliance with approved plans, details, specifications, City / County / Water District standards, and maintenance agreements; coordinates and provides field direction to contractors regarding items of non-compliance, and document field direction with written Field Memorandum Form.
Required Knowledge of : Industry standard landscape construction and maintenance procedures for irrigation and plant material with an emphasis on the following : tree and plant identification; irrigation design and system installation, operations and maintenance; tree and shrub pruning : proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used; landscape grading, hardscape, drainage, walls and fencing; safe work practices and effective public relations skills.
Ability to : Read and interpret landscape and irrigation blueprints; identify plants, trees, and shrubs, and inspect for conformance with plans and specifications; prepare comprehensive verbal and written reports; use a computer to effectively operate various maintenance and software programs; perform basic mathematical calculations; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; receive training and apply such training as required; use good judgment in the scope of assigned authority; establish and maintain cooperative and effective relations with clients and contractors.
The successful candidate will possess the following highly desirable attributes : detail oriented; astute; proactive; responsive; timely; accurate; excellent oral and written communication to internal and external constituents; collaborative approach; solution oriented; trustworthy and ethical.
Please send resume and inquiries to careers@vdla.us