CEI Roadway Inspector - S&ME, Inc.

CEI Roadway Inspector

Requisition Number: 2024-1050-05

S&ME is currently seeking dedicated full-time CEI Roadway Inspectors to join our dynamic Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) team in the Wilson, Rocky Mount and surrounding area, including Goldsboro, Greenville, Smithfield, and more.

As a CEI Inspector, you'll play a critical role in the oversight of significant transportation projects to ensure they are constructed in alignment with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Inspectors can reside anywhere within an hour of the project site and will have access to a company vehicle to report directly to the site.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Execute a range of inspection and oversight duties for transportation projects to confirm that contractors adhere to project specifications, contracts, and safety protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate various construction activities, including land clearing, earthwork, asphalt and concrete paving, structural bridge construction, underground pipe installation, traffic control setups, and application of pavement markings.
• Collect samples and conduct tests on construction materials to ensure they meet project quality and safety standards.
• Compile detailed daily reports that document inspection findings, project status, and contractor performance, while also processing contractor payment documentation.
• Perform precise calculations and maintain comprehensive records related to inspections, material quantities, and project timelines.
• Review the installation and maintenance of erosion control devices, ensuring compliance with environmental plans, regulations, and permits.
• Attend regular project progress and safety meetings, collaborating closely with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to address any project issues or updates.
• Conduct surveys to verify compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, ensuring project inclusivity and fairness.

CEI Inspectors may encounter a variety of challenging work environments, including exposure to outdoor conditions, highway traffic, uneven terrain, and construction hazards involving heavy machinery. This role may also require extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

Compensation is based on experience, with additional bonuses for holding relevant certifications.

What You Bring:

• You have ONE of the following:
  • High school diploma/GED required and 4+ years of highway-related construction or inspection experience
  • 2-year technical degree or higher in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology with 2+ years of highway-related construction experience

• You have at least TWO of the following NCDOT-based certifications:
  • NCDOT QMS Roadway Certification
  • NCDOT Conventional Density Certification
  • NCDOT Concrete Field Technician Certification
  • NCDOT Erosion Control Level II
  • NCDOT Nuclear Gauge Certification
• You have strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• You have the ability to complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device
• You have good math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure

We Are S&ME:

For over 50 years, S&ME has been at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, helping clients overcome their most complex challenges. Our work creates meaningful and lasting positive impacts on communities across the nation.

With a team of over 1,000 employee-owners spanning more than 10 states, we believe in fostering a culture of passion, integrity, and hard work. As employee-owners, we are deeply committed to each other's success and the success of S&ME. We prioritize creating an environment where our employees can thrive, both professionally and personally, by placing their well-being, safety, and growth opportunities at the core of everything we do.

What We Offer:

S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. We strive to create an environment to support our employees mental, physical and emotional well-being through a variety of programs and voluntary benefits offerings. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Ownership (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in CEI with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.