Sr. CEI Inspector & Inspector

Volkert Inc.; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness programs

Debt retirement match

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking CEI Inspectors to support our Southeast Region in Atlanta, GA. The role involves roadway and bridge construction inspections, materials testing, and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

You will oversee inspections, perform field tests, and document results, coordinating with Project Administrators. Candidates need a high school diploma, construction inspection experience, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years in construction inspection, at least 1 year in bridge/roadway work.
• Engineer Intern with Civil Engineering degree.
• Knowledge of GDOT specs and highway construction practices.
• Ability to read roadway construction plans.
• GDOT F/CON, GDOT WECS, GSWCC Level 1A, Advanced Traffic Control certifications.
• Daytime shifts preferred; some night/weekend shifts.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable MVR.
• Pre-employment drug screening and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Make and check construction related computations.
• Inspect construction work and monitor on-site activity.
• Conduct field tests, sampling materials, and verify work meets plans and standards.
• Write daily inspection reports and document test results.
• Assist in record keeping and field measurements as needed.
• Work under the general supervision of the Project Administrator.

Skills

Construction inspection

Bridge construction

Roadway construction

Reading plans

Field testing

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

Engineer Intern

Job description

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for experienced Senior level and entry level CEI Inspectors to support our Southeast Region located in Atlanta, GA. The CEI Inspector roles support Project Engineers and Project Administrators by performing roadway and bridge construction inspections, materials testing, and documentation to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications. The CEI Inspector oversees or conducts inspections of asphalt, concrete, structural components, traffic control, and erosion control measures, and may lead junior inspectors or manage smaller projects such as resurfacing, striping, safety, and bridge maintenance work. Responsibilities include field measurements, computations, reporting, and coordinating with the Project Administrator to ensure quality and progress throughout construction.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have at minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent.

What you’ll be doing

• Making and checking construction related computations
• Inspecting construction work and monitoring on-site activity
• Conducting field tests, sampling materials, and verifying completed work meets plans, specs, and standards
• Writing daily inspection reports, performing verification testing, and documenting test results and observations
• Assisting in all types of record keeping and field measurements, as needed
• Work is performed under the general supervision of the Project Administrator

What you need to have

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in construction inspection, one (1) year of which shall have been in bridge and/or roadway construction
• An Engineer Intern with a Civil Engineering Degree
• Knowledge of GDOT specifications and standards and typical practices for highway construction
• Ability to read and comprehend roadway construction plans
• Have, or be able to earn, the following certifications: GDOT F/CON, GDOT WECS, GSWCC Level 1A, Advanced Traffic Control
• Flexibility to work daytime shifts primarily, with occasional night and weekend shifts
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state‑specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role

Key Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

EOE‑Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled