Field CEI Inspector – Road & Bridge Compliance

Accura Engineering; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a CEI Inspector to perform construction engineering and inspection services for roadway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects in District 4/Tifton, GA or Southwest GA.

The role requires field inspections, verification of materials and workmanship, and documentation support, with duties including reviewing plans and preparing inspection reports. GDOT certifications and a valid GA driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 18–36 months to 3 years of progressive transportation technician or construction inspection experience; or equivalent
• Experience inspecting roadways, bridges, transportation, or heavy civil construction projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Knowledge of highway construction materials, methods, equipment, and inspection procedures
• Must obtain GDOT certifications listed in timeframes: Group 1 General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, and Basic Highway Plan Reading; Group 2 Pavements, Bases and Subbases, Minor Drainage Structures, Construction Erosion Control
• GDOT WECS
• GDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations including geometry and trigonometry
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle in Georgia
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent inspections of roadway and bridge construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
• Inspect asphalt and concrete materials, pavement placement, compaction, alignment, depth, and overall construction quality.
• Inspect structural components and operations including foundations, excavation, piling, reinforcing steel, structural steel, concrete placement, culverts, and backfill operations.
• Monitor and inspect traffic control devices and erosion and sediment control measures.
• Conduct field measurements and calculations for pay quantities and maintain accurate contract documentation and project records.
• Perform calculations and computations related to construction inspection activities.
• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, contract provisions, and inspection procedures.
• Prepare reports, maintain inspection records, and document project activities and findings.
• Supervise or provide directions to inspectors performing routine inspection activities, as assigned.
• Participate in project meetings, field plan reviews, CPM schedule reviews, and project closeout activities, as required.
• Assist with construction management duties on resurfacing, striping, safety improvement, shoulder widening, bridge rehabilitation, maintenance, and other transportation construction projects.
• Communicate effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders regarding construction activities and compliance requirements.
• Operate a motor vehicle in accordance with Georgia law and perform field inspections throughout the project area.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Accura Engineering is seeking a CEI Inspector to perform construction engineering and inspection services for roadway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects in District 4/Tifton, GA or Southwest GA.

The role requires field inspections, verification of materials and workmanship, and documentation support, with duties including reviewing plans and preparing inspection reports. GDOT certifications and a valid GA driver’s license are required.