Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician (CMT)
About The Position
ESP Associates, Inc. (ESP) is seeking a Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician to perform inspection and testing services related to, but not limited to: soils, foundations, retaining walls, reinforced concrete, structural masonry, fireproofing and post-tensioned concrete. 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 Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Pet Insurance Education Reimbursement Opportunities Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan Referral Bonuses
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or associate degree required
- Experience in inspection and construction testing of soil, concrete, masonry and/or asphalt materials preferred
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions
- Occasional overnight hours and/or travel for work
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.
Nice To Haves
- ACI Field Grade I Certification, preferred
- ICC Certifications, preferred, any or all of the following: 1. ICC Soils 2. ICC Reinforced Concrete 3. ICC Structural Masonry 4. ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing 5. ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
- NICET Certifications and/or Post Tension Institute (PTI) Level I or II certifications will be considered beneficial in the role
Responsibilities
- Review and understand project related drawings, specifications, and applicable building codes
- Perform Special Inspections in the field for project document and code compliance
- Perform routine and advanced field tests in accordance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, DOT or other standards
- Document observations and inspections of construction including discrepancy notices for non-compliant items
- Communicate effectively with ESP project staff and project construction team
- Report inspections and test results through ESP’s field data collection software
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
- Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
- Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Education Reimbursement Opportunities
- Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
- Referral Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
