CEI Inspector
About The Position
Egis is seeking a Construction Inspector in Knoxville, Tennessee, to perform construction and maintenance inspections on roadway projects, as well as inspections on bridge and utility projects. The inspector ensures work conforms to plans, specifications, and TDOT procedures; measures and records construction quantities for payment; maintains project records; and documents traffic control and erosion-control conditions. The role requires reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications, obtaining inspection certifications required by TDOT, and performing work under diverse outdoor conditions. TDOT experience is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 0–4 years of construction or roadway construction inspection experience, or completion of a two-year engineering technology program in Roadway Construction Management.
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
- Ability to work under diverse outdoor conditions.
- Ability to use construction or inspection safety equipment, including fall protection.
- Computer skills, including MS Excel, MS Word, and basic data-entry software.
- Willingness to work overtime, perform nighttime construction inspections, and travel up to 100 miles to a jobsite.
- Ability to perform duties without supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Experience on TDOT or local-agency municipal roadway projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct construction inspections on roadway, bridge, and utility projects.
- Conduct maintenance inspections on roadway projects.
- Perform assignments in accordance with TDOT standard procedures and policies.
- Provide inspection services to verify conformance with plans and specifications.
- Observe, measure, and record construction quantities for payment.
- Perform mathematical calculations associated with quantity measurement.
- Record field measurements in project records for review by the client or auditors.
- Review and document project traffic control on required forms and distribute the forms as required.
- Inspect daily erosion-control items for conformance with plans and effectiveness in the field.
- Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and resource materials to answer simple inspection questions.
- Obtain certifications required by TDOT for inspection services.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and a flexible holiday program.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow.
- Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave.
- Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
- Paid family leave.
- Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
- Education assistance, professional development, and continuing-learning opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount programs.
- Possible incentive compensation, where applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
