CEI Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector 1

Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector

CDM Smith's Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team is seeking a Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector for a dynamic, travel-intensive role. This position requires 100% travel to national project sites located east of the Mississippi River, offering a unique chance to work on impactful infrastructure projects in diverse outdoor environments. If you're passionate about construction, enjoy being on the move, and thrive in field-based roles, this could be an exciting opportunity for you!

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.

The CEI Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector will inspect and monitor construction activities at the project site(s). Inspector must be able to perform the most complex inspection activities for at least 2 of the 5 categories of construction inspection : 1) Roadway 2) Bridges 3) Drainage 4) Erosion & Control 5) Maintenance & Traffic. Candidate will work under limited supervision or direct supervision depending on demonstrated knowledge for the assignment. Work will require the 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 communications ability.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Performing 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 of equipment and perform complex calculations to perform construction inspection.
• Review drawings to prepare for the construction inspection.
• Understand the design of the construction that will be inspected.
• Document and communicate the results of the inspection, and communicate to the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications :

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Job Site Location : United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required : 20%

Assignment Category : Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available : No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.

Skills and Abilities : Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English. Intermediate knowledge of mathematical functions including geometry and trigonometry. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of applications (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 and drawings, contract provisions, and specifications of basic to high complexity. Ability to lead and instruct more junior inspectors.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information : CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum : $34.39

Pay Range Maximum : $56.74

Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options : Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the field locations.

Driver's License Requirements : An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! : We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an "Evergreen" position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens.

Massachusetts Applicants : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.