CEI Sr. Inspector

Lochner; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO and holiday program

401(k) with employer match

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Lochner is seeking an experienced CEI Inspector for Fort Myers, FL. The role requires supervising inspectors, reviewing activities with contractor supervision, and ensuring quality across road and bridge DOT projects.

Proficiency in reading plans, specs, and contract language is essential. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of CEI/construction experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• 7+ years CEI and construction experience on road/bridge DOT projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and contract language.
• Strong report writing and data analysis skills.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including nights/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inspectors and monitor quality/performance.
• Review project activities with contractor supervision to resolve issues.
• Read and interpret contract plans, specifications, and language.
• Document material testing and acceptance.
• Lead a team of inspectors and coordinate responses to RFIs and submittals.
• Support safety, schedules, and project communication.

Skills

Reading plans

Technical reporting

Team leadership

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fort Myers, FL 33919. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: High School. Job Category: CEI (Construction / Engineering / Inspection).

Responsibilities

• Supervises subordinate inspectors responsible for monitoring work quality and performance
• Reviews project activities with contractor's field supervision to resolve disputes and other project issues
• Read and Interpret contract plans and specifications
• Read and interpret construction contract language
• Possess current material testing certifications as applicable for earthwork, asphalt, concrete, pile driving, drilled shafts, etc
• Material testing and documentation of acceptance
• Inspection of and documentation of contractors quality of work
• Review/coordinate and prepare responses to project correspondence, RFIs and technical submittals
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 7+ years of CEI and construction experience on road and bridge infrastructure DOT projects are preferred.
• Willingness to work weekends, nights, and swing shifts as required on assigned projects
• Requires progressive work related experience
• Work requires ability to gather and understand technical data for purposes of generating advanced technical reports
• Requires advanced knowledge of construction practices and principles
• Must be able to interpret plans, standards and specifications.
• Good understanding of construction specifications and plans.
• Must have the ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must have a working knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of DOT specification and standards is required.
• Ability to effectively lead a team of inspectors.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record

Benefits

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave) and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Pre-Employment Screening

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.