Construction Inspector III

Gdbgeospatial; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Perks at Work discounts

Awards and culture

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide geospatial and construction-stage solutions leader with 50+ offices and 1,600 professionals. The Senior CEI professional will inspect transportation construction, review plans, and coordinate testing and invoicing, ensuring regulatory compliance and client satisfaction.

The role requires strong field experience, ability to read plans and specifications, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) for transportation projects.
• Direct field experience as a Contractor or materials-testing technician can substitute for CEI experience on a case-by-case basis.
• Familiarity with DOT specifications and standards; ability to study and advance relevant knowledge outside of work.
• Experience with AASHTOWare and SiteManager software is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Under the review and direction of Project Manager, perform field inspection and oversight of construction activities.
• Maintain daily reports of inspection work along with detailed records of project progress.
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to read and interpret plans, specifications and applicable standards.
• Review Contract documents to verify compliance with governmental regulations and conformance with project requirements.
• Assist with coordinating materials sampling and testing and verifying sufficient testing has been performed.
• Verify accuracy of payment requests and invoicing for completed work.
• Experienced with DOT construction inspection and procedures.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors’ staff and effectively communicate with all parties.
• Performs standard mathematical calculations.
• Able and willing to work day or night shifts and/or flexible schedules as required to support the project requirements.
• Able to accept assignments requiring extended travel to project sites and attend meetings.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support the Company’s strategic goals.

Skills

CEI field inspection

DOT specs knowledge

AASHTOWare

SiteManager

Primavera scheduling

MS Word

MS Excel

Reading plans & specs

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Tools

AASHTOWare

SiteManager

Primavera

Excel

Word

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction‑phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in‑house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence.

At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM

May serve as the sole representative of the client while on site or may work together with others inspecting construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractor constructs improvements in accordance with plans and specifications. Provides recommendations to client regarding work progress and challenges encountered. Familiar with and user of AASHTOWare and SiteManager sufficient to ensure compliance with contract. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for final approval of all engineering‑related work. Work requires contact with client, typically a governmental agency and private entities including construction contractors.

• Under the review and direction of Project Manager, perform field inspection and oversight of construction activities
• Maintain daily reports of inspection work along with detail records of project progress
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to read and interpret plans, specifications and applicable standards
• Review Contract documents to verify compliance with governmental regulations and conformance with project requirements
• Assist with coordinating materials sampling and testing and verifying sufficient testing has been performed
• Verify accuracy of payment requests and invoicing for completed work
• Experienced with DOT construction inspection and procedures
• Ability to coordinate with contractors’ staff and effectively communicate with all parties
• Performs standard mathematical calculations
• Able and willing to work day or night shifts and/or flexible schedules as required to support the project requirements
• Able to accept assignments requiring extended travel to project perform inspection tasks, to attend preconstruction meetings, project progress meetings, etc.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) for transportation project as described herein. Direct field experience as a Contractor or materials‑testing technician can substitute for Construction Inspection experience on a case‑by‑case basis
• Highly motivated and works well with minimal supervision
• Thorough knowledge of DOT specifications and standards with ability and willingness to study and advance relevant knowledge outside of work
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare and SiteManager software is preferred, but not required
• Experience with Primavera and other scheduling software preferred, but not required
• Must have functional computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must have the ability to complete advanced inspector certification courses. Examples include DOT classes in hot‑mix asphalt and ACI concrete sampling and testing
• Field testing certifications through State DOT's and/or ACI is preferred, but not required

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company‑paid premiums for Long‑term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well‑being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work‑Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check‑Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women‑focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms