CEI Inspector-Savannah, GA

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform independent inspections of roadway and bridge construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
• Inspect asphalt and concrete materials, pavement placement, compaction, alignment, depth, and overall construction quality.
• Inspect structural components and operations including foundations, excavation, piling, reinforcing steel, structural steel, concrete placement, culverts, and backfill operations.
• Monitor and inspect traffic control devices and erosion and sediment control measures.
• Conduct field measurements and calculations for pay quantities and maintain accurate contract documentation and project records.
• Prepare reports, maintain inspection records, and document project activities and findings.
• Supervise or provide directions to inspectors performing routine inspection activities, as assigned.
• Participate in project meetings, field plan reviews, CPM schedule reviews, and project closeout activities, as required.
• Assist with construction management duties on resurfacing, striping, safety improvement, shoulder widening, bridge rehabilitation, maintenance, and other transportation construction projects.
• Communicate effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders regarding construction activities and compliance requirements.
• Operate a motor vehicle in accordance with Georgia law and perform field inspections throughout the project area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) months to three (3) years of progressive transportation technician or construction inspection experience with a State Highway Agency or consulting firm; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience.
• Experience inspecting roadways, bridges, transportation, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of highway construction materials, methods, equipment, and inspection procedures.
• Obtain any required certifications (listed below) and pass appropriate qualifications ss for the position in specified time frames as required:
• Passing scores on GDOT’s Construction Engineering Inspection Training ss – Group 1 (General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, and Basic Highway Plan Reading).
• Passing scores on GDOT’s Construction Engineering Inspection Training ss – Group 2 (Pavements, Bases and Subbases, Minor Drainage Structures, Construction Erosion Control).
• GDOT WECSGDOT Field Concrete Technician Certification
• GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control)
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations including geometry and trigonometry.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with Georgia law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retail savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.