CEI Project Administrator - CEI

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 CEI Project Administrator 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.

• Receive general instructions regarding assignments from the CEI Sr. Project Engineer
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement in evaluating and addressing issues
• Organize, communicate with, collaborate with, and provide input, direction and scheduling for other team members (LJA employees and subconsultant employees) based on understanding of the project, their duties and responsibilities. Other team members include but are not limited to Sr. Inspectors, Inspectors, Contract Support Specialists and Resident Compliance Specialists
• Assist in all phases of construction and coordinate and collaborate with the Contractors and the Clients
• Be responsible for progress and final estimates, preparation of construction contract modifications, project documentation and materials sampling, testing and acceptance throughout project durations
• Assist in the review of plans and other construction documents, and in the preparation of written proposals and oral presentations

• 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)

• Ability to build strong relationships
• 8+ years of related engineering experience, 2+ years of which involved construction of major road or bridge structures
• Supervision and responsible charge of two or more CEI Inspectors and other team members in performance of their CEI duties

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
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