CEI Inspector

ATCS; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ATCS Construction Services in North Carolina is expanding its Asheville team and seeks motivated Construction Inspectors to support statewide transportation infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of inspection experience and knowledge of NCDOT practices; certifications are preferred but candidates willing to obtain them will be considered.

The role offers a competitive pay range ($17–$45 per hour), overtime eligibility, and a target 2% annual bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, standards, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor operations to ensure quality control and compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements for roadway, bridge, structure, and transportation construction projects.
• Inspect roadway, bridge, utility, and maintenance construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents and NCDOT requirements.
• Review, interpret, and enforce construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare accurate and thorough project documentation, including daily reports, quantity calculations, field measurements, and inspection records.
• Compute daily pay quantities and assist with preparation of field adjustment estimates.
• Communicate construction issues, schedule concerns, and potential contract conflicts to project management and assist in resolving field challenges.
• Conduct materials testing and sampling in accordance with NCDOT requirements and applicable testing procedures.
• Verify compliance with work zone traffic control requirements, environmental permits, erosion and sediment control measures, and project safety standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and agency representatives to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Communication

Reading plans

Computer skills

Mathematics

NCDOT knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tablets/iPads

Web-based applications

Job description

ATCS's Construction Services group is expanding in Asheville, North Carolina!

We are seeking motivated Construction Inspectors to support transportation infrastructure projects across the state. We are particularly interested in candidates with at least 1-2 years of construction inspection experience and knowledge of NCDOT construction practices and standards.

Whether you're an experienced transportation inspector or a construction professional looking to transition into inspection, we invite you to join our growing team. Candidates who possess NCDOT certifications are highly preferred; however, qualified candidates who are willing and able to obtain the necessary certifications will also be considered.

As we continue to expand our presence throughout North Carolina, we are looking for professionals who are passionate about construction, committed to quality, and eager to build a long-term career in transportation infrastructure.

ATCS is an expanding engineering firm in diversified markets with a focus on transportation planning and traffic engineering, design, construction management, water resources, environmental services, water and wastewater, emergency management, and surveying services. Serving our clients, valuing and supporting our employees, and actively participating in our communities are key to the continual development and growth of ATCS as a company. These four areas, Clients, Employees, Community, and Company, serve as the Four Pillars identified in our Company vision. We are passionate about the work we do and making our communities a better place. Our success depends on hiring, developing, and retaining the best candidates with the right skill sets.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor operations to ensure quality control and compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements for roadway, bridge, structure, and transportation construction projects.
• Inspect roadway, bridge, utility, and maintenance construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents and NCDOT requirements.
• Review, interpret, and enforce construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare accurate and thorough project documentation, including daily reports, quantity calculations, field measurements, and inspection records.
• Compute daily pay quantities and assist with preparation of field adjustment estimates.
• Communicate construction issues, schedule concerns, and potential contract conflicts to project management and assist in resolving field challenges.
• Conduct materials testing and sampling in accordance with NCDOT requirements and applicable testing procedures.
• Verify compliance with work zone traffic control requirements, environmental permits, erosion and sediment control measures, and project safety standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and agency representatives to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, web-based applications, and tablets/iPads.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, standards, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on roadway, bridge, utility, or transportation-related projects.
• Candidates with less direct inspection experience may be considered if they have relevant construction experience and a strong interest in transportation construction inspection.
• Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of surveying methods, construction materials, and equipment used in highway and transportation construction.
• Experience working on NCDOT projects.
• Possession of one or more NCDOT certifications is highly desirable.

Preferred NCDOT Certifications

Candidates possessing one or more of the following certifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

• QMS Roadway (Asphalt)
• Concrete Field Technician
• Conventional Density
• ABC Sampling
• Erosion & Sediment Control
• Work Zone Traffic Control
• Nuclear Gauge Safety

Candidates who do not currently hold these certifications but are willing and able to obtain them may also be considered. ATCS may provide training and support for qualified candidates pursuing required certifications.

Our employees are the most critical part of ATCS. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $17 to $45 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The role is also eligible for overtime and an annual bonus, with a target 2% of the employee's annualized salary. In addition to compensation, ATCS offers outstanding, employee-focused benefits for you and your family. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits coverage on the first day of the month following their start date. Including, but not limited to: generous personal PTO, inclusive holiday PTO, community involvement PTO, highly customizable medical plan options, excellent dental & vision plans, 401K match up to 3% with immediate vesting, parental leave, STD & LTD, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ATCS is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Caitlin Crockett, MBA, SPHR at [e-mail].