Construction Inspector

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Hurricane (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Overtime bonuses

Profit sharing

Mentorship and licensure support

401(k) with company match

Company vehicles and PPE provided

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our Charleston, West Virginia team.

This role offers hands-on experience across site development and infrastructure projects while collaborating with experienced professionals. You will perform field testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt, operate testing equipment, document results, and review plans to ensure compliance with specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience testing and/or inspecting soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregates, or similar materials.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and project specifications.
• Certification such as ACI Field Technician or ICC is a plus; state/regional equivalents welcome.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing and inspection of soils, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials to ensure compliance with project specifications
• Operate field equipment, including nuclear density gauges and other testing tools
• Document daily field activities, test results, and observations through clear and accurate reporting
• Review and interpret construction plans and specifications to support inspection activities
• Communicate regularly with project managers, contractors, and project teams to maintain project quality and progress
• Maintain and calibrate field equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Travel locally to job sites using company-provided vehicles

Skills

Soil testing experience

Reading plans & specs

Attention to detail

Communication with teams

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nuclear density gauge

Field testing tools

Job description

Overview

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our growing team in Charleston, West Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of site development and infrastructure projects while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth. You'll contribute to real projects from day one and continue developing your technical skills, field experience, and understanding of project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing and inspection of soils, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials to ensure compliance with project specifications
• Operate field equipment, including nuclear density gauges and other testing tools
• Document daily field activities, test results, and observations through clear and accurate reporting
• Review and interpret construction plans and specifications to support inspection activities
• Communicate regularly with project managers, contractors, and project teams to maintain project quality and progress
• Maintain and calibrate field equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Travel locally to job sites using company‑provided vehicles

What We Offer

• 100% employee‑owned firm with a path to long‑term growth and ownership access within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and stock ownership
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses
• A clearly defined career path with mentorship and support toward licensure
• Opportunity to work on a diverse project portfolio across multiple industries
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with a company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
• A collaborative environment that encourages learning, cross‑training, and professional development
• Company work vehicles, PPE, boot voucher, and other equipment provided

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Experience testing and/or inspecting soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregates, or similar materials
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and project specifications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete accurate field documentation
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician (Grade I), International Code Council (ICC), Nuclear Density Gauge, or other State/Regional equivalent certifications are a plus
• WVDOH TRET Level I or II, Asphalt Field and Compaction, Aggregate Soil and Compaction, and/or PCC Inspector Certifications preferred
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.