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Axel Norouzian

Sun Valley,CA

Summary

Certified Building Inspector enforcing codes and zoning requirements using local and state guidelines. Committed to quality construction at all stages. Meticulous at reviewing construction sites, plans, permits with a strong history of helping contractors and owners resolve problems with safe and compliant strategies. Works with codes department, developers, builders and engineers on wide range of projects such as OSHPD, DSA, Caltrans, Los Angeles Public Works, LA County Sanitation District and commercial/residential buildings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification

Work History

Building Inspector

Twining Inc.
Los Angeles/ Los Angeles County, CA
10.2018 - Current
  • Reviewed site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
  • Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
  • Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
  • Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
  • Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.

Building Inspector

Self-employed
Los Angeles/ Los Angeles County, CA
08.2017 - 10.2018
  • Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
  • Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
  • Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
  • Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
  • Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.

Air Conditioning Technician

Self-employed
Los Angeles, CA
10.2012 - 08.2017
  • Diagnosed faults in electrical and mechanical components to return units to full operating capacity within 24 hours of maintenance request.
  • Repaired malfunctioning gas-fired system components to restore functionality within 24 hours during season's hottest period.
  • Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Art & Architecture University of Tehran
07.2007

Skills

  • Technical Inspections/Review
  • Plan Review
  • Structural elements review
  • Site Inspection
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Team Leadership

Certification


ACI

Concrete Field Testing Grade I


ICC

Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector

Structural Masonry Special Inspector

Soils Special Inspector

Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector

Structural Welding Special Inspector

Prestressed Concrete Special Inspector

Commercial Building Inspector

Commercial Plumbing Inspector

Commercial Mechanical Inspector

Commercial Electrical Inspector


LA City Licenses

Concrete, Masonry, Epoxy, Shotcrete, Wood Construction


LA County Licenses

Concrete, Masonry, Pre-stressed concrete

Additional Information

Project Highlights

· Lead inspector at Evermont project at 8500 S. Vermont Ave.

· Lead inspector at MLK hospital renovation project

· Lead inspector at NBC Universal stages development

· Lead inspector at 720 W Washington St. historic building renovation

· Part of Inspection team at UCI hospital project

· Part of inspection team at Beacon Landing Apartments at 319 N beacon Ave.

· Part of inspection team at The Grand by Gehry at 100 Grand Ave. downtown LA

· Part of inspection team at AC hotel project at Figueroa & Pico St. downtown LA

· Part of inspection team at CSUN University parking structure project at Northridge

· Part of inspection team at Kaiser MOB project - Baldwin Park

References

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