CEI Inspector

RK&K; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

RK&K is hiring a CEI Inspector for the Knoxville/Tri-Cities TN area to strengthen the Construction Engineering and Inspection team through routine project inspections, testing and monitoring for highway, bridge and design-build projects.

You will engage in problem-solving, supervise junior inspectors, and communicate across teams, clients and agencies while documenting findings and ensuring contract adherence on active construction sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in roadway and structures construction.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, materials and equipment.
• Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts and interpret plans, standards and specs.
• Ability to train, coordinate and supervise entry level inspection technicians in the field.
• Travel to job sites is expected with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction management support including inspection, testing and monitoring for contract compliance.
• Engage in solving intermediate problems and provide evaluation and sound solutions.
• Monitor activities of other inspectors.
• Communicate effectively with project management, clients, stakeholders and contractors.
• Interface with clients, state and federal agencies and other engineering disciplines.
• Recordkeeping, materials testing and reporting as required.
• Maintain high integrity and ethics in all client and subconsultant dealings.

Skills

Roadway construction

Bridge construction

Contract administration

Effective communication

Leadership/supervision

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TDOT certifications

Job description

RK&K's Construction Engineering Inspection and Construction Management Division is hiring a CEI Inspector to join our team in the Knoxville/Tri-Cities TN area. As a CEI Inspector with RK&K you will strengthen our Construction Engineering and Inspection team while performing routine inspections on projects including highway, bridge, design/design-build projects. Opportunities for growth and training into construction management and office engineering careers.

Essential Functions

• Provide construction management support, including inspection, testing, and monitoring of construction ensure compliance with contract documents
• Fully engage in solving intermediate problems to provide evaluation and sound solutions
• Monitor the activities of other inspectors
• Ability to communicate effectively across different platforms with project management, clients, stakeholders, and contractors
• Interface with clients, state and federal agencies, and other engineering disciplines on construction projects
• Recordkeeping, materials testing, and reporting as required
• Must possess high integrity and ethics in all aspects of dealing with clients, subconsultants, and peers

Required Skills And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) + years of progressive experience in roadway and structures construction
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications
• Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise entry level inspection technicians in the field
• Travel to job sites is expected, clean driving record

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Skilled in both roadway and bridge construction
• Survey experience
• Required TDOT certifications

Physical Demands

This role requires the ability to perform field inspections on active construction sites. The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs. Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials weighing up to 20-30 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may include exposure to construction-related hazards.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Career Development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.