Construction Inspector II - CEI

LJA 2025; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental benefits

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Professional memberships

Career growth

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA Transportation seeks an experienced Construction Inspector to manage ALDOT and local agency highway construction contracts. You will inspect roadways, bridges, and related structures, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and CEI processes.

Travel to project sites is required, with focus on safety and quality. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of highway inspection experience, a clean driving record, and relevant certifications (ACI Grade I, NICET Level 1, storm water).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an inspector for highway construction.
• Ability to work on active job sites safely and proficiently.
• Professional representation of LJA and its clients at all times.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction work to ensure adherence to plans and specs.
• Interpret plans, specs, and contracts for roadway/structural work.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written form as needed.
• Participate in project meetings and meet with clients as required.
• Mentor and review other inspectors; document work activities.
• Provide status reports to PMs on a routine basis.
• Perform storm water inspections and related duties.

Skills

Inspector experience

Travel readiness

Professional communication

Safety-focused

Driving record clean

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ACI Grade I

NICET Level 1

Storm water Certification

Job description

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Construction Inspector at LJA Transportation, you will be responsible for possessing an understanding of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) construction contract documents, and CEI consultant processes and procedures. Primary focus is management of ALDOT and local government agency construction contracts for transportation projects, including but not limited to roadway, highway, bridges, and other structures. Projects may involve utilities, stormwater pollution prevention, temporary traffic control, lighting, signalization, drainage, asphalt and concrete pavement, ITS, earthwork, excavation, and other improvements.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Observes construction work performed by others, ensuring accuracy with plans and specifications
• Interprets plans, specifications, and contracts for roadway, drainage, and/or structural highway construction
• Communicates through verbal and written means as needed for job performance
• Participates in project-level meetings as required
• Meets with client as needed
• Conducts periodic staff meetings with inspectors
• Documents work activities
• Provides status reports to PM(s) on routine basis
• Reviews and mentors work of other inspectors
• Storm water Inspections

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• ACI Grade I or NICET Level 1
• Storm water Inspection Certification

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years overall experience as an inspector for highway construction
• Ability to perform work on active jobsite in safe, proficient manner required
• Ability to represent LJA and its clients in a professional manner at all times
• Must have a clear driving record; a DMV check will be conducted

Physical Requirements:

• Travel may be required
• Job sites will have uneven ground and will require walking/standing for long periods of time; possible climbing
• Work in inclement (hot/cold/rain) weather
• Work non-standard hours/days, including some weekend or holiday work on occasion

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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