Senior CEI Bridge & Roadway Inspector - On-Site Leader

CDM Smith; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Inspector to join our CEI team, supporting transportation construction projects across multiple locations. You will inspect and monitor activities to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and provisions at project sites, including roadways, bridges, drainage, and erosion controls.

The ideal candidate will have strong reading of drawings, report writing, and the ability to lead junior inspectors, with significant travel and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• State highway agency or NICET/ACI certification in earthwork, asphalt and concrete if required by client.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 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 communication

Mathematics

Microsoft Office

Plans & drawings

Construction knowledge

Leadership

Plan reading

Education

High School diploma

ACI/NICET certifications

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Field inspection equipment

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an on-site Inspector to join our CEI team, supporting transportation construction projects across multiple locations. You will inspect and monitor activities to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and provisions at project sites, including roadways, bridges, drainage, and erosion controls.

The ideal candidate will have strong reading of drawings, report writing, and the ability to lead junior inspectors, with significant travel and a valid driver’s license.