CEI Inspector: Field Civil Construction Lead

S&ME Inc.; Sparta (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401k

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship

Job summary

S&ME is seeking CEI Inspectors to support our Transportation group across North Carolina, including Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, Wilmington and nearby regions. In this role, you'll help ensure that vital infrastructure projects—such as highways, bridges, greenways, airports, ports, and rail systems—are built to meet safety, quality, and regulatory benchmarks.

Your Day-to-Day role includes oversight of contractor activities, independent work on medium-sized projects, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in highway construction or inspection.
• A technical degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology may substitute for one year of experience.
• Active NCDOT certifications such as QMS Roadway, Conventional Density, Concrete Field Technician, Erosion Control Level II, and/or Nuclear Gauge.
• Strong English communication skills (oral and written).
• Solid math skills with knowledge of weight, volume, pressure, and measurement units.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Inspect erosion control measures and environmental compliance while performing material sampling and quality testing.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports, document contractor performance, and process payment records.
• Conduct calculations, maintain records of material quantities, and ensure project timelines are met.
• Attend progress and safety meetings, working closely with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to resolve project challenges.
• Perform DBE/EEO compliance surveys to verify adherence to inclusivity and workforce standards.

Skills

English communication

Math skills

Travel flexibility

Highway construction experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology degree (substitution for one year experience)

Tools

QMS Roadway Certification

Conventional Density Certification

Concrete Field Technician

Erosion Control Level II

Nuclear Gauge

Job description

S&ME is seeking CEI Inspectors to support our Transportation group across North Carolina, including Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, Wilmington and nearby regions. In this role, you'll help ensure that vital infrastructure projects—such as highways, bridges, greenways, airports, ports, and rail systems—are built to meet safety, quality, and regulatory benchmarks.

Your Day-to-Day role includes oversight of contractor activities, independent work on medium-sized projects, and