Field CEI Inspector: Roadway & Bridge Construction

CDM Smith; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Inspector to support our Transportation Construction team on highway projects across multiple locations. You will perform inspections, verify quality procedures, and learn to read and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, and specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), relevant certifications, and a valid driver’s license. Domestic travel up to 40% may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English.
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer, smartphone or related applications and programs.
• Basic knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and drawings, contract provisions, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials, and all issues concerning the construction of a project under direct supervision.
• Determine the acceptability of the day‑to‑day work performed by the contractor. Review and recommend the acceptance or rejection of daily reports submitted by the contractor, perform inspection of the contractor’s quality control procedures and material testing, and verify that procedures are in conformance with the approved Quality Control Plan and established procedures.
• Candidate must also be able to review material testing procedures and results for conformance to the contract and measure quantities of materials placed. May be required to perform sampling and/or in‑place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement.

Skills

English communication

Arithmetic

Read construction plans

Adapt to new technologies

Highway construction materials

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NICET/ACI certifications (earthwork, asphalt, concrete)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Inspector to support our Transportation Construction team on highway projects across multiple locations. You will perform inspections, verify quality procedures, and learn to read and interpret construction plans, contract provisions, and specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), relevant certifications, and a valid driver’s license. Domestic travel up to 40% may be required.