CEI Senior Inspector

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com ), a multi-faceted and rapidly growing architectural and engineering firm with 20 office locations and over 475 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast areas, is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a CEI Senior Inspector in one of our Transportation offices in Jacksonville or Tampa.

Company Overview and Vision :

PRIME AE is a diverse community of professionals with a passion for solving today's architectural and engineering challenges in ways that improve communities for all.

We design, develop, implement, and maintain the infrastructure, facilities, and amenities that create thriving communities, while making the most of client resources.

We share a passion for the work that comes through in everything we do. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger.

Position Overview :

The successful candidate will perform work as a Senior Inspector for our FDOT projects in District 7, 1, 2, and various local jurisdictions.

The Senior Inspector will perform highly complex technical assignments in field surveying and construction layout, make and check engineering computations, inspect construction work, conduct field tests, and coordinate and manage the lower-level inspectors.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Project Administrator.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Reads contract plans, specifications, shop drawings, and regulatory agency manuals.
• Supervises subordinate inspectors responsible for monitoring work quality and performance.
• Reviews project activities with contractor's field supervision to resolve disputes and other project issues.
• Performing work under the general supervision of the Project Administrator / Project Engineer.
• Read and interpret construction contract language.
• Observes milling and resurfacing operations.
• Observes construction activities such as trench excavation, pipe placement, backfill operations, pile driving, structure placement, steel reinforcement, concrete pouring, signalization, and lighting, etc.
• Possess current material testing certifications applicable for earthwork, asphalt, concrete, pile driving, drilled shafts, etc.
• Material testing and documentation of acceptance. Coordinate and manage the lower-level inspectors and verification testing.
• Performs density and asphalt tests; samples and verifies certification of materials.
• Inspection of and documentation of contractor's quality of work.
• Tracks quality assurance progress.
• Inspect traffic control devices and report deficiencies to ensure compliance with standards.
• Assists in directing and teaching the daily activities of less experienced staff.
• Responsible for daily inspection efforts on multiple complexes, large, and / or diverse projects in order to ensure contractor's operations comply with project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Monitor on-site construction activities; prepare daily and weekly reports on work accomplished by contractor and reviews periodical pay estimates with contractor for accuracy and track quantities of completed work.
• Perform field inspection of contractors' operations to confirm compliance with contract documents; prepare inspection reports.
• Prepare Daily Reports in SiteManager software as well as any other client required documentation.
• Maintain detailed accurate records of daily operations and significant events.
• Prepare sketches and assemble data for Project Administrator to utilize when making changes to the project.
• Participate in the development of job safety practices and observe general job safety practices.
• Monitor and inspect the Work Zone Traffic Control (in accordance with the client's requirements)
• Review / coordinate and prepare responses to project correspondence, RFIs and technical submittals.
• Adhere to company marketing requirements by providing timely resume updates and participating in marketing campaigns.
• Ensure timely completion of time sheets and expense reports.
• Provides on-the-job training to new employees.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Minimum Requirements :

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Four (4) years progressive experience in construction inspection, two (2) years of which shall have been in bridge and / or roadway construction inspection or a Civil Engineering degree and one (1) year of road & bridge CEI experience.

FDOT experience strongly preferred.

• 7+ years of CEI and construction experience on road and bridge infrastructure DOT projects preferred.
• Ability to earn additional required qualifications within one year, as required by job assignments to include :
• FDOT Intermediate MOT
• CTQP Final Estimates Level I
• CTQP Concrete Field Technician Level I
• CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level II (Bridges)
• CTQP Asphalt Roadway Level I
• CTQP Asphalt Roadway Level II
• CTQP Earthwork Construction Inspection Level I
• CTQP Earthwork Construction Inspection Level II
• CTQP Pile Driving Inspection
• CTQP Drilled Shaft Inspection
• CTQP Grouting Technician Level I (Bridges)
• CTQP Post-Tensioning Technician Level I (Bridges)
• IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I
• CTQP Final Estimates Level I
• Nuclear Radiation Safety
• IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I
• Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors, and Complete the Critical Structures Construction Issues
• Self-Study Course, and submit the mandatory Certification of Course Completion form (for structures projects)
• Good understanding of construction specifications and plans, with ability to read, interpret and explain construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of DOT specification and standards.
• Ability to effectively lead a team of inspectors.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbally and in writing), and have excellent analytical, technical and communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends, nights, and swing shifts if required on assigned projects.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the full suite of Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Acrobat.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record

Performance Expectations :

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program.
• Comply with all PRIME AE policies and procedures.
• Establish strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and design engineers.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target.
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope.
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters.
• Maintains a positive attitude and collaborative spirit.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.