CEI Transportation Inspector (T1, T2, and T3)

ESP Associates•Manteo, NC

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About The Position

ESP Associates, Inc. is actively looking to bring an experienced CEI Inspector on to our team for bridge and highway projects in Manteo, NC and the Outer Banks. CEI Technician levels include T1, T2, and T3. Previous experience in the inspection of transportation projects and certifications from DOT are preferred. As a CEI-focused firm, ESP’s CEI and CM professionals work diligently on our client’s behalf to verify and document their assigned project is built as intended. Our experience includes various types of construction contracting methods including General Bid-Build, Design-Build, and Public Private Partnerships (P3). Our role is to be a valued asset to the project team, adding value through knowledge, communication and experience. CEI & CM Markets include: Highways and Bridges Rail and Transit Tollways Municipal Trails Streets and Roads Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 195 on the 2025 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2025 ranking of 52. ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including: Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days) PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date) Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid) Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Pet Insurance Education Reimbursement Opportunities Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan Referral Bonuses

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required
Minimum of 0-10 years of experience in bridge and roadway construction inspection
Currently possess or have the ability to obtain the following certifications: 1. NCDOT Concrete Field Technician and ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician 2. NCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician 3. NCDOT Earthwork and Base Course Technician 4. Nuclear Gauge Technician Certification 5. NCDOT QMS Roadway Technician
Basic computer skills are required
Must be able to have the ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
Candidates will be required to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Responsibilities

Perform inspector duties on NCDOT and County transportation construction projects including inspection services for asphalt, concrete, erosion control, traffic control, earthwork, and other construction materials and processes as influenced by the project
Coordinate schedules, distribute tasks, and provide support to all levels of inspectors
Complete daily diaries to include earthwork quantities, pile driving logs, progress updates, and any other necessary documentation as per management or client
Ensure project organization and coordination with other field personnel
Assist with the preparation of the project’s monthly estimate
Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed per NCDOT Standard Specifications and as well as jobsite drawings
Obtain, prepare, record and review all materials used for the project to ensure correspondence with specifications
Measure and verify installations and dimensions of all construction activities

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Education Reimbursement Opportunities
Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
Referral Bonuses