Senior CEI Manager - Indiana Field Operations Leader & ESOP

Volkert Inc.; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced CEI Manager for the Midwest Region in Indiana. You will lead daily field operations, mentor inspectors, and coordinate with the prime contractor, INDOT, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

You will review drawings, manage schedules and submittals, oversee testing and documentation, and maintain comprehensive project records. A strong background in INDOT processes and safety is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 5+ years of construction inspection experience.
• Experience managing INDOT and/or federal-aid LPA projects.
• INDOT Certified Technician qualifications (or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire).
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana.
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Manage daily field operations on assigned projects, ensuring compliance with the INDOT Standard Specifications, plans, special provisions, and contract documents
• Lead, schedule, and mentor a team of inspectors and technicians, delegating assignments across concurrent construction activities
• Serve as the primary liaison between the prime contractor, the owner (INDOT or LPA), designers, utilities, and stakeholders, including running progress meetings, issuing minutes, and handling project correspondence
• Review and interpret construction documents, shop drawings, and material submittals, and track the contractor's schedule
• Oversee materials acceptance and testing in accordance with the INDOT Frequency Manual, and verify the contractor's quality control procedures
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, daily reports, change orders, and pay estimates using INDOT's construction management software
• Prepare and submit a complete, accurate Final Construction Record for closeout and audit
• Monitor work zone safety, maintenance of traffic, environmental commitments, and erosion control (Rule 5 / SWPPP) compliance
• Identify and help resolve field issues, claims, and design conflicts in coordination with the engineer of record

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Stakeholder liaison

Team coordination

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and 8-10+ years of relevant experience

Tools

INDOT construction records software

INDOT Frequency Manual

Job description

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced CEI Manager for the Midwest Region in Indiana. You will lead daily field operations, mentor inspectors, and coordinate with the prime contractor, INDOT, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

You will review drawings, manage schedules and submittals, oversee testing and documentation, and maintain comprehensive project records. A strong background in INDOT processes and safety is required.