CEI Inspector II

Luster National•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The CEI Inspector II provides Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) services for transportation projects in Georgia. This intermediate-level technical role supports higher-level inspectors and engineers in construction inspection and surveying, scheduling and status, roadway design, traffic signal equipment and geometrics, materials sampling, inspection, and testing. Work involves meaningful decision-making and judgment and may include directing the work of others. The position is long-term, full-time, and on-site, targeting Northwest Georgia. Training materials will be provided to help obtain required certifications. The role involves independent and supervised inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to verify compliance with construction contracts. It also includes contract documentation, field measurement of pay items, calculations, and participation in project planning, schedule review, and close-out activities. The expected salary is $52,000–$73,000 per year ($25–$35 per hour).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of progressive transportation technician experience as an employee or consultant for a State Highway Agency, or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.
Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction.
Considerable knowledge of mathematical functions, including geometry and trigonometry.
Drafting skills and skill in using office equipment such as calculators and computers.
Ability to read, interpret, and explain construction plans, contract provisions, specifications, and inspection procedures.
Ability to take notes and prepare or review reports.
Ability to instruct other employees in proper work methods.
Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with Georgia law.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Outlook, and the internet.
Obtain GDOT WECS, GDOT Field Concrete Technician, and GSWCC Level 1a (Erosion Control) certifications within six months of beginning work on the GDOT project; certifications from other agencies or states may possibly be substituted.
Pass GDOT Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests, Group 1: General Provisions, Auxiliary Items, Basic Highway Math, and Basic Highway Plan Reading, within six months of beginning work on the GDOT project.
Pass GDOT Construction Engineering Inspection Training tests, Group 2: Pavements, Bases, Subbases, Minor Drainage Structures, and Construction Erosion Control, within six months of beginning work on the GDOT project.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication, multitasking, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

May perform project engineering duties in place of the Project Engineer on smaller construction projects.
Perform independent, complex inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to ensure compliance with the construction contract.
Perform moderately complex inspections or supervise other inspectors conducting routine and standardized inspections.
Inspect asphalt and concrete materials and mixes; pavement spreading, rolling, depth, alignment, and compaction; roadways and structures against plans and specifications; structural materials and members; culvert placement; foundation excavation; piling, reinforcing and structural steel, concrete, and backfill placement; and traffic and erosion control devices.
Perform a more complex variety of calculations and computations as needed.
Complete contract documentation, including field measurements of pay items and other Department-required documentation.
Participate in Concept Meetings, Field Plan Reviews, CPM schedule reviews, project close-out, and other assigned duties.