Construction Engineering Inspector

GFT is seeking Construction Engineering Inspectors (Levels II - IV) to join our Construction Services team in Beaumont, TX. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of roadway, bridge, drainage, earthwork, concrete, asphalt, retaining walls, and traffic control operations.
• Ensure all work complies with TxDOT Standard Specifications, contract plans, and special provisions.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with the CEI Project Manager and TxDOT Project Manager regarding progress, risks, and required decisions.
• Lead, direct, and manage Inspector II–III staff, including daily assignments, field coordination, and mentoring (Inspector IV).
• Run and facilitate project meetings, including pre-activity, coordination, and construction meetings as assigned.
• Review contractor operations and verify materials placement, testing, and quality control activities.
• Prepare and audit accurate Daily Work Reports (DWRs), pay quantities, diaries, and photo documentation using SiteManager.
• Monitor and document work zone traffic control and TMUTCD compliance.
• Support with RFI, Submittals reviews, estimates, change orders, audits, and project closeout.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 - 10+ years of TxDOT or TxDOT-equivalent construction inspection experience, including complex roadway and/or bridge projects.
• Extensive experience on TxDOT contracts.
• Proven ability to lead inspection teams, manage inspectors, and represent the CEI firm in meetings with TxDOT (Inspector IV).
• Strong working knowledge of TxDOT specifications, TMUTCD, and documentation standards.
• Proficiency with SiteManager.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including core Office applications and cloud-based collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• TxDOT Materials Certifications:
  • Level 1B Asphalt Field
  • ACI Concrete Field
  • SB 102
  • SW3P
• OSHA Safety Certification
• Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
• Additional TxDOT materials or structures certifications (preferred).
• Experience on IH-35 corridor projects, international bridge approaches, and phased urban construction (preferred).
• Strong documentation and communication skills to support TxDOT audits, claims, and dispute resolution (preferred).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $100,000, dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to internal and external training programs and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Schedule

• Location: Beaumont
• Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Employment Status: Full-Time