Sr. Construction Inspector - CEI

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

As a Sr. Construction Inspector at LJA Transportation
, you will be responsible for possessing a detailed understanding of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) construction contract documents, and CEI consultant processes and procedures. Primary focus is management of FDOT and local government agency construction contracts for transportation projects, including but not limited to roadway, highway, bridges, and other structures. Projects may involve utilities, stormwater pollution prevention, temporary traffic control, lighting, signalization, drainage, asphalt and concrete pavement, ITS, earthwork, excavation, and other improvements.

• Read and interpret contract plans, specifications, shop drawings, permits and other contract documents.
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement in evaluating and addressing issues.
• Supervise subordinate inspectors responsible for monitoring work quality and performance.
• Review project activities with contractors and work to resolve disputes and other project issues; elevate issues to supervisor in a timely manner when needed to gain resolution.
• Receive general instructions regarding assignments from the CEI Project Administrator and/or CEI Sr. Project Engineer.
• Perform material testing and inspection and prepare documentation for acceptance of the contractors’ materials and quality of workmanship.
• Review/coordinate and provide input regarding RFIs and technical submittals.
• Organize, communicate with, collaborate with, and provide input and direction to subordinates and other team members (LJA employees and subconsultant employees) based on understanding of the project and scope of services. Other team members include but are not limited to your supervisor, Sr. Project Engineers, Project Administrators, Sr. Inspectors, Inspectors, Contract Support Specialists, Resident Compliance Specialists.
• Assist in all phases of construction, and coordinate and collaborate with contractors and the clients.
• Assist in preparation/review of progress and final estimate documentation, construction contract modifications, project documentation, resolution of failing tests for materials acceptance.
• Assist in the review of plans and other construction documents, and in the preparation of written proposals and oral presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma
• CTQP
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Final Estimates Level 2 (required); QC Manager (required);
  Asphalt Level 2 and/or Earthwork Level 2 (may be required).
• Certifications:
  
  FDOT Advanced MOT.
• Critical Structures Construction Issues Self Study Course, and submit the mandatory Certification of Course Completion form (for structures projects).

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build strong…