CEI Landscape Inspector

AECOM•Tampa, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced CEI Landscape Inspector to join their team and support transportation infrastructure projects in the Sarasota, FL area. This role involves ensuring landscape installations meet quality, performance, and specification requirements. The inspector will be responsible for plant identification, classification, soil analysis, and coordinating with contractors. This is an opportunity to contribute to regional infrastructure development.

Requirements

High School Diploma plus 4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
U.S. Citizenship is required, due to the nature of the work
Valid US Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites
As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

Nice To Haves

FDOT Intermediate MOT
FDEP Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector
Knowledgeable of current Florida Department of Transportation methods for landscape and irrigation installation
FNGLA Certified Landscape technician
Ability to read and interpret Contract Documents

Responsibilities

Responsible for plant identification, classification, and grades and standards for nursery plants as established by the manual "Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants" by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records
Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning
Tracks quality assurance progress
Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers
Conducts soil analysis and makes recommendations for soil amendments to ensure optimal plant growth
Coordinates with contractors and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of landscape installation projects
Prepares detailed reports on landscape inspections, including photographic documentation and recommendations for corrective actions
Assists in developing and implementing maintenance plans for newly installed landscapes to ensure long-term success
Participates in pre-construction meetings to review landscape plans and address potential issues before installation begins