CEI Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector

Job Description

We are currently accepting resumes for future project work. Qualified candidates will be contacted once next steps have been identified. Our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group assists in all levels of federal, public, private, and international organizations by offering construction services for transportation systems that reflect community needs. Our value‑added program management, best‑in‑class design‑build expertise, and unparalleled sustainability and economic solutions build partnerships and create solutions for current and future environmental and infrastructure challenges.

CDM Smith's CEI team in Tifton, GA is seeking a candidate to inspect and monitor construction activities at the project site(s). The inspector must be able to perform the most complex inspection activities for at least two of the five categories of construction inspection: roadway, bridges, drainage, erosion & control, maintenance & traffic. The candidate will work under limited or direct supervision depending on demonstrated knowledge for the assignment.

Work requires knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction; knowledge of geometry and basic mathematics; ability to read, interpret and explain construction plans and drawings, contract provisions, and specifications; and strong communication ability.

• Perform both complex and routine/standard inspections of construction to evaluate if appropriate materials and construction processes are used and that construction conforms to plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Use higher‑grade equipment and perform complex calculations to conduct construction inspections.
• Work under limited or direct supervision depending on demonstrated knowledge for the assignment.
• Review drawings to prepare for construction inspections.
• Understand the design of the construction that will be inspected.
• Document and communicate the results of inspections to the supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications from a state highway agency or national entity such as ACI (American Concrete Institute) or NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) in earthwork, asphalt, and concrete if required by the client or jurisdiction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Six years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency of travel contingent on specific duties.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

An appropriate and valid driver’s license is required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Intermediate knowledge of arithmetic.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer, smartphone or related applications and programs.
• Advanced knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction.
• Ability to read, understand, interpret, and explain construction plans, drawings, contract provisions, and specifications.

20% – 40%

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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