Senior Inspector

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC • Sevierville, TN

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About The Position

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is seeking a Senior CEI Inspector to join its Tennessee team. The role performs Construction Inspection work based in ICE’s Tennessee offices and supports highway and bridge construction projects, primarily under TDOT. The inspector serves as a client representative in interactions with contractors and vendors, documents field activities and progress, and helps ensure work follows contract requirements, project schedules, and specifications. The position uses tablet-based technology to document work and access plans, specifications, and construction standards in the field.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to walk construction sites in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.
• Completion of pre-employment screenings.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• TDOT certifications: TDEC Level 1, TDOT HMA Roadway, TDOT Concrete Field Tech/ACI Grade 1, and Workzone Traffic Control/Flagging.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with client managers and represent the client in interactions with contractors and vendors.
• Oversee and document contractor field activities for highway and bridge construction projects, primarily under TDOT.
• Enforce contract terms and document daily construction activities.
• Process contractor payments and manage work orders.
• Record daily construction progress and contractor performance using established systems and platforms.
• Prepare contractor payment estimates based on verified work completion and approved quantities.
• Draft and process work order authorizations for increases or decreases to construction-item scope.
• Coordinate with contractors to align field activities with project schedules and requirements.
• Use tablet-based technology to document fieldwork and access project plans, specifications, and construction standards in real time.
• Travel to and tour work sites, examine construction materials and finished structures, and conduct inspections.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development and clear paths for career growth.
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals.
• Opportunities to work on impactful infrastructure projects that shape and connect communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED