CEI Inspector - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Transit program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gresham Smith, a leading design and engineering firm, is seeking a CEI Inspector in Atlanta to support roadway and infrastructure projects. You will observe construction activities, prepare daily inspection reports, and ensure compliance with plans, specs, and safety requirements.

Join a people-first culture that values professional growth, training opportunities, and a collaborative team environment while contributing to projects that shape communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1 year of construction experience or completion of a 4-year engineering program
• Experience on GDOT or municipal roadway projects with daily records and reports preferred
• Certifications such as GDOT WECS, GDOT Field Concrete Technician, and GSWCC Level 1a may be required after hire

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports and constructability reviews
• Oversee daily construction activities including earthwork, erosion control, reinforced concrete, and equipment installation
• Ensure progress aligns with plans and contract documents by reviewing plans and analyzing shop drawings
• Maintain daily job logs and report deviations from plans to management
• Assist with submittals, RFIs, and related tasks
• Coordinate with contractors, client personnel, and other stakeholders regarding inspection activities
• Advise on non-compliance or contract violations and help implement corrective actions
• Verify highway work zones and traffic control setups meet contract requirements
• Assist in contractor evaluations and perform other duties as assigned
• Use inspection tools and computer systems for accurate data collection and reporting

Skills

Reading plans

Field documentation

Communication

Data entry

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

4-year engineering technology or engineering program

Job description

Midtown Atlanta GA
Gresham Smith | Midtown Atlanta Office
600 West Peachtree Street NW
Suite 1550
Atlanta, GA 30308, USA

Midtown Atlanta GA
Gresham Smith | Midtown Atlanta Office
600 West Peachtree Street NW
Suite 1550
Atlanta, GA 30308, USA

AtGresham Smith, we call itGenuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as aBest Place to Workbecause we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A high school diploma (GED) and 1 year of construction experience, or completion of a 4-year engineering technology or engineering program
• Preferably experience on GDOT or municipal roadway projects requiring daily records and reports on asphalt paving, concrete work, grading, structural work, and erosion control
• Certifications such as GDOT WECS, GDOT Field Concrete Technician, and GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control); may be required to participate in certification and training courses post-hire including OSHA, GDOT, or client-specific required training
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications
• Ability to recognize, document, and escalati field issues
• Competence in computer use for data entry and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently
• Effective listening and communication skills, both verbal and written, including good English language knowledge, grammar, composition, and spelling
• Physical ability to frequently sit, use hands to operate tools or equipment, talk, see, hear, reach with hands and arms, walk, stand, and stoop; frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more—reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As aCEI Inspector, you will:

• Observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports and constructability reviews
• Oversee daily construction activities including earthwork, erosion control, reinforced concrete, and equipment installation
• Ensure construction progress aligns with specifications and contract documents by reviewing plans and analyzing moderate complexity shop drawings
• Maintain daily job logs and report deviations from plans to management promptly
• Participate in reviewing submittals, assisting with Requests for Information (RFIs), and other related tasks
• Coordinate with contractors, client personnel, and other stakeholders regarding inspection activities
• Advise contractors on non-compliance or contract violations and collaborate on corrective actions
• Verify that highway work zones and traffic control setups meet contract requirements
• Assist in contractor evaluations and perform other duties as assigned
• Use or learn necessary inspection tools and computer systems for accurate data collection and reporting

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth

In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares

93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

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