CEI Inspector

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC•Charleston, SC

7h•$28 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is hiring an entry- to junior-level inspector for its Construction Engineering & Inspection Division in North Charleston, South Carolina. The inspector will observe construction activities, inspect roadways and structures, check materials and contractor submittals for compliance with plans and specifications, perform field measurements and calculations, and document work and compliance issues. The role supports transportation infrastructure projects and includes field work in varied weather and site conditions. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week. The CEI office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one unpaid hour for lunch each day. Schedules may vary by project, and some night and weekend work may be required. Overtime is generally not anticipated, but may be needed occasionally and is compensated at time and a half. ICE describes itself as a full-service transportation design and consulting firm headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina, with more than 700 employees across multiple states. The company offers healthcare, a 401(k) with company match, education assistance, paid time off, and professional development and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

Above-average math and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer skills.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Current driver’s license and safe driving record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or frequently, travel to and tour work sites, visually examine construction materials and finished structures, and work in varied weather and field conditions, including heights, uneven terrain, highway traffic, construction hazards, heavy equipment, loud noise, dust, dirt, and extreme temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
At least one year of inspection experience; desired but not required.
One of the following certifications; preferred but not required: SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician; SCDOT Earthwork Drainage & Base Technician; SCDOT Concrete Level 1 and Level 2; or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1.

Responsibilities

Provide daily observation of construction activities and document them on required reports and forms.
Review construction materials for compliance with contracts and specifications.
Inspect roadways and structures for conformance to plans and specifications.
Evaluate structural materials, culvert placement, and structural operations such as foundation excavation.
Monitor placement of pilings, reinforcing and structural steel, concrete, and backfill.
Verify lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using survey and field engineering equipment.
Perform accurate calculations and computations.
Sample and test construction materials to ensure they meet project specification quality requirements.
Review contractor submittals for conformance to project documents and specifications.
Document and immediately report non-compliance actions and safety violations to the immediate supervisor.
Record Daily Work Reports, including quantities, in Site Manager for AASHTO projects.