Roadway Inspection Ops Leader | Develop CEI Team

Charleston County Government; South Carolina; On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking an Inspection Operations Supervisor to lead the CEI team overseeing roadway, sidewalk, and transportation projects in Charleston County. You will coordinate between County Project Managers, the Construction Manager, inspection staff, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and according to specifications.

This role emphasizes leadership in roadway construction inspection and quality assurance, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, supervise, and provide technical guidance to inspection staff responsible for roadway, sidewalk, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate inspection personnel to ensure a high-performing team.
• Schedule and oversee laboratory and field testing of contractor-supplied construction materials.
• Review, monitor, and maintain project documentation, including daily inspection reports, progress reports, timesheets, and photographic/video records.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and the CEI Manager regarding design modifications, change orders, and unforeseen field conditions.
• Ensure quality control through visual inspections, laboratory testing, field testing, and review of construction methods and materials.
• Respond to and resolve field issues, construction challenges, citizen concerns, and project-related complaints.
• Supervise debris assessment and removal activities during EOC activations and emergency response events.
• Keep management informed of project status, accomplishments, concerns, and recommendations for process improvements.
• Communicate regularly with County staff, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and the public to support successful project delivery.
• Attend training sessions, workshops, and industry meetings to remain current on applicable regulations, standards, and best practices.

Skills

Construction inspection

Team leadership

Project coordination

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Construction Technology or Civil Engineering

Job description

Charleston County Government is seeking an Inspection Operations Supervisor to lead the CEI team overseeing roadway, sidewalk, and transportation projects in Charleston County. You will coordinate between County Project Managers, the Construction Manager, inspection staff, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and according to specifications.

This role emphasizes leadership in roadway construction inspection and quality assurance, with