CEI Project Manager

Mannik Smith Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Health, vision and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Parental Leave

EAP

HSA/FSAs

Job summary

HMB Professional Engineers seeks a CEI Project Manager with extensive TDOT project experience in Nashville, TN. You will oversee all CEI aspects, lead multidisciplinary teams, and serve as the main client contact with TDOT and contractors.

The role requires a Civil Engineering-related degree and 10+ years of CEI leadership, with strong TDOT knowledge, safety compliance, and excellent communication. Travel to field sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of CEI experience, including TDOT projects.
• Experience managing CEI projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of TDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel and visit job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage all CEI project aspects per TDOT and municipal requirements, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as primary client contact including TDOT personnel, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor project admins, senior inspectors, and field staff.
• Provide leadership and oversight to CEI teams across multiple projects.
• Review construction documents, pay estimates, and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate field activities, testing, and project closeout.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resources; lead project meetings.
• Support business development and client relationship management.
• Ensure training and performance development of assigned staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

TDOT standards knowledge

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee

Tools

Aggregate Certification

Concrete Certification

Hot Mix Asphalt Certification (Plant)

Hot Mix Asphalt Certification (Roadway)

Nuclear Radiation Safety

Stormwater Certification

Job description

CEI Project Manager

Department: Construction/CEI

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Nashville, TN

Compensation: $115,000 - $135,000 / year

Description

HMB Professional Engineers is seeking a CEI Project Manager with experience in Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI), particularly on Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) projects.

At HMB, we foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where employees are valued and empowered. With a culture built on innovation, teamwork, and professional excellence, HMB provides a supportive workplace where engineers and technical professionals can thrive and make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all aspects of CEI projects, ensuring successful delivery in accordance with TDOT and municipality requirements, project scope, schedule, and budget
• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, including TDOT personnel, contractors, and stakeholders
• Supervising and mentoring Project Administrators, Senior Inspectors, and field staff
• Providing leadership, direction, and oversight to CEI teams across multiple projects
• Reviewing and approving construction documentation, reports, pay estimates, and change orders
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards, specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Coordinating field activities, inspections, testing, and project closeout processes
• Managing project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
• Leading project meetings and providing regular status updates to Division Manager, clients, and internal leadership
• Supporting business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client relationship management
• Ensuring proper training, development, and performance management of assigned staff

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of related CEI experience, including significant work on TDOT projects
• Demonstrated experience managing CEI projects and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Strong knowledge of TDOT standards, specifications, and procedures
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Maintain the physical ability to visit job sites and work in various outdoor environments as needed
• Candidates must be trustworthy, responsible, and detail-oriented
• Daily travel and/or overnight stays may be required depending on project needs
• Valid TN Driver’s License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Successful completion of drug screening and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain)
• TDOT certifications such as:
  • Aggregate Certified Testing Technician
  • Concrete Certified Field Technician
  • Hot Mix Asphalt Certified Plant Technician
  • Hot Mix Asphalt Certified Roadway Technician
  • Nuclear Radiation Safety certification
  • Tennessee Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors
  • Prior experience as a CEI Project Administrator or similar leadership role

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.