CEI Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector 1

CDM Smith; Biloxi (MS); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction engineering firm is seeking a Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector for a travel-intensive role involving inspections at project sites. The position requires 100% travel to national project sites and at least 8 years of construction inspection experience. Candidates should have relevant certifications and a valid driver's license, demonstrating their competence in evaluating construction materials and processes.

Qualifications

• Certifications from a State Highway Agency or National Entity like ACI or NICET for earthwork, asphalt, and concrete.
• Valid driver's license.
• 8 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex and routine inspections to evaluate construction materials and processes.
• Review drawings in preparation for inspections.
• Document and communicate inspection results to supervisors.

Skills

Construction inspection

Complex calculations

Understanding construction design

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

CDM Smith’s Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team is seeking a Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector for a dynamic, travel-intensive role. This position requires 100% travel to national project sites located east of the Mississippi River, offering a unique chance to work on impactful infrastructure projects in diverse outdoor environments.

If you’re passionate about construction, enjoy being on the move, and thrive in field-based roles, this could be an exciting opportunity for you!

Our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group assists in all levels of federal, public, private, and international organizations by offering construction services for transportation systems that reflect community needs.

The CEI Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector will inspect and monitor construction activities at the project site(s). Inspector must be able to perform the most complex inspection activities for at least 2 of the 5 categories of construction inspection: Roadway, Bridges, Drainage, Erosion & Control, Maintenance & Traffic.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performing both complex and routine/standard inspections of construction to evaluate if appropriate materials and construction processes are used; and that construction conforms to plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Use higher-grade of equipment and perform complex calculations to perform construction inspection.
• Review drawings to prepare for the construction inspection.
• Understand the design of the construction that will be inspected. Document and communicate the results of the inspection, and communicate to the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications from a State Highway Agency or National Entity such as ACI (American Concrete Institute) or NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) in earthwork, asphalt, and concrete if required by the client or jurisdiction in which they will be working.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 8 years of related experience.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.