Senior CEI Bridge & Roadway Inspector

CDM Smith; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 95,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Field Inspector to support on-site construction monitoring across multiple locations. You will perform complex inspections in roadway, bridges, drainage, and related areas, ensuring conformance to plans, specs and provisions while communicating results to supervision.

The role requires a strong grasp of reading construction drawings, geometry, and advanced inspection techniques, with travel up to 40% and a driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications from a State Highway Agency or national entity such as ACI/NICET in earthwork, asphalt, and concrete if required by the client or jurisdiction.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performing both complex and routine/standard inspections of construction to evaluate if appropriate materials and construction processes are used; and that construction conforms to plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Uses higher grade of equipment and performs complex calculations to perform construction inspection.
• Works under limited supervision or direct supervision depending on the demonstrated knowledge for the specific assignment.
• Reviewing drawings to prepare for the construction inspection.
• Understands the design of the construction that will be inspected. Documenting and communicating the results of the inspection and communicates to the supervisor.

Skills

English fluency

Geometry knowledge

MS Office

Tech adaptability

Construction materials

Reading plans

Lead inspectors

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ACI / NICET certification (earthwork, asphalt, concrete)

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Field Inspector to support on-site construction monitoring across multiple locations. You will perform complex inspections in roadway, bridges, drainage, and related areas, ensuring conformance to plans, specs and provisions while communicating results to supervision.

The role requires a strong grasp of reading construction drawings, geometry, and advanced inspection techniques, with travel up to 40% and a driver’s license.