CEI Inspector West Alabama Highway

Thompson Engineering; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering seeks a Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) Inspector for the West Alabama Highway Design-Build Project. The role involves on-site oversight of widening and bypass work across a 74-mile route, coordinating with the Project Manager and client teams.

The Inspector will perform field inspections, generate detailed reports, and identify nonconformances, while upholding Thompson Engineering’s safety and professional standards on every site interaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required for the inspector role.
• Roadway construction or survey experience preferred to assess field work.
• Valid driver’s license is required for on-site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections, observations, and materials testing to ensure contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Maintain accurate and detailed reports of construction activities.
• Identify and report nonconformances to the Project Manager.
• Represent Thompson Engineering professionally when engaging with clients, partners, and contractors.
• Promote safety standards in all field activities.

Skills

Outdoor work ability

Roadway construction experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Thompson Engineering is seeking a Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) Inspector to join our Quality Acceptance Team on the West Alabama Highway Design-Build Project.

This large-scale, progressive design-build project involves widening Highways 43 and 69 from two lanes to a four-lane divided highway, along with the addition of new bypasses spanning a 74-mile route from Thomasville to Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The project scope includes:

• Construction of 23 new bridges
• Drainage and utility relocation
• Land clearing and grubbing
• Installation of 100+ box culverts
• Division into 13 segments, each averaging 5.7 miles in length

The CEI Inspector will report directly to the Project Manager and may oversee one or multiple project segments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections, observations, and materials testing to ensure contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, and technical provisions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed reports of construction activities.
• Identify and report nonconformances in contractor work to the Project Manager.
• Represent Thompson Engineering in a professional manner when interacting with clients, partner firms, and contractors.
• Consistently apply and promote safety standards in all field activities.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (required)
• Roadway construction or survey experience preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management.Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.