Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Crestview, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking an onsite CEI Inspector to perform construction inspections and ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and state guidelines.

You will support Project Managers, supervise Inspector Aide staff, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery. The role requires knowledge of DOT standards, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid field environment across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT standards for road/bridge construction and related guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for field work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for reporting and documentation.
• Ability to understand written and verbal directions in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports work of Project Managers throughout the course of project cycle.
• Records, measures, and verifies quantities.
• Reviews payment requests and invoices, approval, sign-off.
• Maintains daily logs and field books of construction progress and issues.
• Inspects roadway materials to ensure conformance with owner specifications.
• Performs testing of construction materials (concrete, asphalt, soils).
• Creates and approves contract change orders based on field modifications.
• Directs work and trains CEI Inspector Aide and other staff as needed.
• Writes staff reports, letters, and reports on construction activities.
• Ensures safety and uses SSR-provided vehicles in accordance with policy.

Skills

DOT standards knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Comprehension

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking an onsite CEI Inspector to perform construction inspections and ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and state guidelines.

You will support Project Managers, supervise Inspector Aide staff, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery. The role requires knowledge of DOT standards, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid field environment across multiple sites.