Senior Roadway And Bridge Construction Inspector

CDM Smith's Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team is seeking a Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector for a dynamic, travel-intensive role. This position requires 100% travel to national project sites located east of the Mississippi River, offering a unique chance to work on impactful infrastructure projects in diverse outdoor environments. If you're passionate about construction, enjoy being on the move, and thrive in field-based roles, this could be an exciting opportunity for you!

Our Transportation Construction, Engineering and Inspection group assists in all levels of federal, public, private, and international organizations by offering construction services for transportation systems that reflect community needs. Our value-added program management, best-in-class design-build expertise, and unparalleled sustainability and economic solutions, build partnerships and create solutions for current and future environmental and infrastructure challenges.

The CEI Senior Roadway and Bridge Construction Inspector will inspect and monitor construction activities at the project site(s). Inspector must be able to perform the most complex inspection activities for at least two of the five categories of construction inspection: 1) Roadway 2) Bridges 3) Drainage 4) Erosion & Control 5) Maintenance & Traffic. Candidate will work under limited supervision or direct supervision depending on demonstrated knowledge for the assignment. Work will require the knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highway construction; knowledge of geometry and basic mathematics; ability to read, interpret and explain construction plans and drawings, contract provisions, and specifications; and communications ability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performing both complex and routine/standard inspections of construction to evaluate if appropriate materials and construction processes are used; and that construction conforms to plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Use higher-grade of equipment and perform complex calculations to perform construction inspection.
• Review drawings to prepare for the construction inspection.
• Understand the design of the construction that will be inspected. Document and communicate the results of the inspection, and communicate to the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent. Certifications from a State Highway Agency or National Entity such as ACI (American Concrete Institute) or NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) in earthwork, asphalt, and concrete if required by the client or jurisdiction in which they will be working. Must possess a valid driver's license. Eight years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.