Steven Derleth
Summary
Proactive Construction Inspector, enhancing construction quality through thorough inspections and effective communication.
Expert in reviewing plans, communication, and mentoring junior inspectors.
Skilled in technical inspections, problem-solving, and maintaining detailed records.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Inspector III
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
Whittier, CA
02.2019 - Current
- Improved construction quality by conducting thorough inspections of building materials, methods, and installation.
- Inspection of all disciplines including, but not limited to, concrete, masonry, earthwork, electrical, mechanical, framing, structural steel, coating, sewer repair and installation, and underground structures.
- Review approved submittals for compliance with the Special Provisions and Standard Specifications
- Streamlined communication between contractors and engineers by providing clear documentation of inspection results, including photographs.
- Review and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Review and approve progress payment forms
- Provided valuable support to junior inspectors and contract inspectors by sharing knowledge and offering guidance
- Reduced safety hazards on construction sites by conducting regular safety audits and making recommendations for improvements.
Combination Building Inspector
City Of Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Maintained detailed records of all inspections, permits, and violations issued for future reference and analysis.
- Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Coordinated with other inspectors in the department to ensure consistent application of building codes and standards across all projects.
Job Foreman / Carpenter
CMC
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2007 - 05.2017
- Oversaw subcontractor relationships, ensuring all parties adhered to contracts and delivered quality workmanship within agreed-upon timelines.
- Streamlined communication between team members, leading to a more cohesive work environment and better collaboration among trades.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches and specifications to understand job.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. John Bosco High School
Bellflower, CASkills
- Technical inspections
- Concrete testing
- Electrical systems inspection
- HVAC Inspection
- Structural Inspection
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Professional Demeanor
- Plumbing Inspection
Certification
ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I
Timeline
Construction Inspector III
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
02.2019 - Current
Combination Building Inspector
City Of Santa Ana
05.2017 - 02.2019
Job Foreman / Carpenter
CMC
08.2007 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
St. John Bosco High School