Field CEI Inspector – Roadway & Bridge Construction

CDM Smith; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support transportation construction projects on-site across multiple locations. The role involves inspecting traffic control, environmental measures, and materials while working under supervision to ensure project requirements are met.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel 20%–40%. Domestic or international travel may be required, with responsibilities including testing, reporting, and adherence

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 0 years.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Travel frequency is contingent on project demands.

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 acceptance or rejection of daily reports, inspect QC procedures and material testing, ensure conformance with the QC Plan.
• Review material testing procedures and results for conformance to the contract and measure quantities of materials placed.
• May perform sampling and/or in‑place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Arithmetic basics

Microsoft Office suite

Adapt to new technologies

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a field inspector to support transportation construction projects on-site across multiple locations. The role involves inspecting traffic control, environmental measures, and materials while working under supervision to ensure project requirements are met.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel 20%–40%. Domestic or international travel may be required, with responsibilities including testing, reporting, and adherence