Consultant Construction Inspector, Columbia, SC

Atlas; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee communities

Job summary

Atlas is seeking CEI Construction Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection practice team in Columbia, South Carolina. You will perform technical inspection and testing procedures across concrete, earthwork, asphalt, erosion control, and related areas for SCDOT projects.

Applicants should have SCDOT certifications or be able to obtain them, with a background in highway construction and inspection procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and minimum one year of construction inspection experience on bridge or roadway projects.
• Or two years of construction inspection experience with at least one year on bridge or roadway projects.
• Certification in area of inspection (e.g., Concrete Level 1/2, Asphalt Roadway Technician, Asphalt (HMA) Level 1, Earthwork/Base, Foundations, Pavement Preservation) is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor work to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and testing procedures per the SCDOT Construction Manual.
• Record daily construction activities and document progress details.
• Verify that estimates reflect quantities installed and provide payment recommendations as needed.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and inspection records.
• Communicate inspection findings and project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Concrete Level 1

Concrete Level 2

Asphalt Roadway Technician

Asphalt (HMA) Level 1

Earthwork/Base

Foundations

Pavement Preservation

Reading plans

Inspection procedures

Materials testing

Note taking

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking CEI Construction Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection practice team in Columbia, South Carolina.

This position may perform highly technical and specialized inspection and testing procedures in the areas of concrete, foundations, soils, earthwork, asphalt roadway, asphalt plant, erosion control, signal installations, survey verification, etc. on various construction projects for the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and may report to the SCDOT's Resident Construction Engineer on projects statewide.

Core Responsibilities

• Monitor the work of the contractor to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and sampling and testing procedures outlined in the SCDOT Construction Manual.
• Record daily construction activities, documenting the type and location of work performed and all pertinent details related to project progress.
• Verify that construction estimates accurately reflect quantities installed by the contractor and make recommendations for payment.
• Maintain accurate and complete project documentation and inspection records.
• Communicate inspection findings and project status updates to project stakeholders as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Consultant inspectors must be certified in the specific area in which they will be inspecting. Required SCDOT certifications include one or more of the following: Concrete Level 1 or Level 2, Asphalt Roadway Technician, Asphalt (HMA) Level 1, Earthwork/Base, Foundations, or Pavement Preservation.
• Ability to read and interpret applicable plans, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of highway construction, inspection procedures, and materials testing.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction.
• Ability to take detailed notes and prepare and review reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of one (1) year of construction inspection experience dedicated to bridge or roadway projects; or
• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of construction inspection experience, including at least one (1) year dedicated to bridge or roadway projects.

Preferred Certifications

• ACI Field Testing Technician – Grade I.
• Pre-Highway Asphalt Roadway Technician Certification.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Technician
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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