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Ahman Hicks
Los Angeles,CA
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Summary
Highly technical Construction Inspector with a career-defining portfolio including SoFi Stadium and LAX. Specialized in ICC Soils and ACI Concrete testing for local, state, and federal infrastructure. Expert in navigating complex jurisdictional requirements including Greenbook, Brown Book, Red Book, and Metro Specifications to ensure 100% project compliance and safety.
Overview
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ICC Soils
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Nuclear moisture/density gauge safety and operation
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OSHA 10
Work History
Civil Inspector
RMA Group
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Monitored material usage and adherence to project timelines during construction phases.
- Facilitated smooth communication among team members, fostering a collaborative working environment that led to successful project outcomes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues, optimizing the overall functionality of civil structures.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Civil Inspector
Premier Testing and Inspection
Temecula, CA
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications and local regulations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to assess construction quality and safety standards.
- Monitored material usage and adherence to project timelines during construction phases.
- Reviewed design plans for accuracy and communicated discrepancies to relevant stakeholders.
Lead Soils Inspector
Sequoia Consulting Group
Orange, CA
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Improved product quality with stringent inspection techniques, identifying defects before products reached market.
- Fostered positive relationships with businesses and regulatory bodies, facilitating smoother inspection processes.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough inspections of construction sites to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections performed, allowing for more informed decision making regarding maintenance schedules and resource allocation.
Education
GED - General Studies
Santa Fe High School
Santa Fe Springs, CA02.1996
Skills
Standards & Specifications: Greenbook (Standard Specs for Public Works), Brown Book (City of LA), Red Book, and Metro Rail/Bus Specifications
- Construction safety
- Concrete testing
- Roadway inspection
- Materials testing
- Surveying techniques
- Technical report writing
- Environmental compliance
- Structural analysis
- Drainage systems
- Soil mechanics
- Utility coordination
- Geotechnical engineering
- Traffic control plans
- Slope stability analysis
- Public works inspection
- Construction site inspection
- Asphalt paving inspection
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Worksite safety
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Inspections: Nuclear Density Testing (Soils/Asphalt), Concrete Field Testing, Grading Observation
Compliance: CalTrans Standards, ASTM/AASHTO Specs, Federal Aviation (FAA) Regulations
Project Leadership: Quality Control (QC), Lead Civil Inspection, Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR)
Regulatory Knowledge: Greenbook, Brown Book, Red Book, Metro Rail Specs, Blue Book
Equipment: Nuclear Soil Gauges (Troxler/InstroTek)
Field Reporting: Daily Field Reports (DFRs), Plan Reading, Specification Conformity
Certification
- ICC Soils Special Inspector
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
- Radiation Safety & Nuclear Soil Gauge Operation
- CalTrans Certificate of Proficiency: Relative Compaction (Soils & Aggregates)
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification
Timeline
Civil Inspector
RMA Group
03.2023 - 03.2025
Civil Inspector
Premier Testing and Inspection
03.2021 - 03.2023
Lead Soils Inspector
Sequoia Consulting Group
01.2020 - 03.2021
GED - General Studies
Santa Fe High School
REPRESENTATIVE CLIENT LIST
- Federal/Military: LA Air Force Base
- Transportation: LA Metro, Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), OCTA, CalTrans
- Public Works: Orange County Sanitation District, City of Huntington Beach, City of Los Angeles