Senior CEI Field Bridge & Roadway Inspector

CDM Smith; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an Inspector for our CEI team to inspect and monitor highway construction at project sites. This on-site role requires reading drawings, interpreting specifications, and performing complex inspections across roadway, bridge, drainage, erosion control, and maintenance categories.

You will travel 20–40% and collaborate with project staff to ensure materials and methods meet contract requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications from a State Highway Agency or National Entity such as ACI (American Concrete Institute) or NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) in earthwork, asphalt, and concrete if required by the client or jurisdiction in which they will be working.
• 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. The frequency of travel is contingent on duties and project demands.

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

Communication skills

English proficiency

Mathematics

Office software

Construction knowledge

Reading drawings

Leadership ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ACI/NICET certifications

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an Inspector for our CEI team to inspect and monitor highway construction at project sites. This on-site role requires reading drawings, interpreting specifications, and performing complex inspections across roadway, bridge, drainage, erosion control, and maintenance categories.

You will travel 20–40% and collaborate with project staff to ensure materials and methods meet contract requirements.