Sr. CEI Inspector & Inspector

Volkert Inc.; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Short/long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking experienced CEI Inspectors (Senior and Entry level) to support our Southeast Region. You will perform roadway and bridge construction inspections, materials testing, and documentation to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.

Responsibilities include field computations, on-site inspections, testing, and reporting. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2 years in construction inspection (1 year in bridge/roadway), and an Engineer

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in construction inspection, one year in bridge/roadway construction.
• Engineer Intern with Civil Engineering degree.
• Knowledge of GDOT specifications and standards for highway construction.
• Ability to read and comprehend roadway construction plans.
• Certifications: GDOT F/CON, GDOT WECS, GSWCC Level 1A, Advanced Traffic Control.
• Flexibility to work daytime shifts, with occasional night/weekend shifts.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory MVR.

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, specs, and standards.
• Write daily inspection reports, verify test results and observations.
• Assist in record keeping and field measurements as needed.
• Work under the general supervision of the Project Administrator.

Skills

Reading roadway construction plans

GDOT specifications knowledge

Drug screening readiness

Valid driver’s license

MVR review

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineer Intern with Civil Engineering degree

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