CEI Inspector
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Construction Engineering Inspector to join their Construction Services team in Tennessee. GFT focuses on engineering and building the future with a commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Their construction management services are key to transforming communities and enhancing lives by overseeing every construction phase to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. The role offers exceptional training and career development opportunities, allowing the inspector to understand field dynamics within construction management while working under experienced field engineers on challenging projects.
Requirements
- Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication with technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public.
- Effective communication skills (clear, concise, organized, persuasive).
- Must be able to work nights and weekends as required, to any assigned project within the State of TN.
- Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
- Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
- Works productively in a team environment as well as work independently.
- Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Requires close visual acuity to review and interpret plan details.
- Must be able to survey and inspect construction sites in rough terrain and variable temperatures.
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of related experience
- High School diploma
- Flexible – can adapt to shifting priorities
- Can take direction from others and in turn can provide guidance to others
- Valid TN Driver's License required.
Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections, design calculations, and verify the accuracy of dimensions and project data.
- Examine workmanship for conformity to standards.
- Work under the supervision of a field engineer, project manager, or senior-level team member.
Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
