What are the responsibilities and job description for the CEI Roadway Inspector position at S&ME, Inc.?
CEI Roadway Inspector
Requisition Number: 2024-1610-05D
S&ME is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic CEI Roadway Inspector to become part of our Service Line team in Columbia, South Carolina. Join S&ME today and help us provide engineering solutions to our clients!
What You Will Do:
As a CEI Inspector, you will be essential in supervising, managing, and inspecting transportation projects, such as roadways, bridges, railways, pedestrian paths, ports, and aviation facilities. Your main duty will be to ensure that contractors adhere to all contract requirements, plans, and specifications. This role involves both indoor and outdoor tasks, exposing you to various weather conditions and field settings. Flexibility is crucial, as the position may require extended hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Oversee contractor tasks such as grading, paving, bridge building, and traffic management, ensuring all activities align with project specifications and permits.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation, including daily logs, material reports, and field books, to support contractor payments and project tracking.
- Collect material samples, confirm line and grade using survey tools, and conduct essential calculations to ensure construction accuracy.
- Carry out DBE and EEO compliance checks and confirm that erosion control measures comply with environmental and permit regulations.
- Participate in meetings, collaborate with external construction teams, and provide updates to senior technical staff during project evaluations.
Pay rate is based on the level of experience. Additional incentives are available for existing applicable certifications.
Who You Are:
- You have a High school diploma/GED
- You have 2 or more years of highway-related construction or inspection experience or a 2-year technical degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology or higher with 2 years of highway-related construction or experience
- You have the ability to supervise crew and/or a separate program function of moderate complexity
- You have one or more SCDOT-based certifications
- You have experience with SCDOT resurfacing projects including pavement markings, a plus
- You have American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification, or other materials certifications, a plus
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:
- Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
- Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
- Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
- Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites
Who We Are:
At S&ME, we've spent over 50 years providing innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials disciplines. Our team of 1,000 employee-owners spans over 10 states, working together to deliver impactful results for our clients. We foster a culture of collaboration, honesty, and dedication, with a focus on making positive contributions to the communities we serve. As employee owners, we're invested in each other's success and prioritize creating an environment where everyone can thrive, both professionally and personally.
What We Offer:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401K with Company Matching
- PTO with Rollover
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Employee Recognition Program
- Credential Incentive Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
- $2,000 Referral Bonuses
- & More!
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!
This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.
