CEI Inspector

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced CEI Inspector to support our Gulf Region located in Memphis, Brentwood, and Nashville, TN. What you’ll be doing: Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications Testing of materials; review of plans; analysis of engineering‑related data; and construction survey/layout Keeping daily diaries on project operations, resolving daily constructability issues and troubleshooting problems to mitigate delays to contractor’s progress Monitoring contractor’s daily operations and performing and/or reviewing test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans and contractual provisions. Also monitoring utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work Documenting pay records, performing construction calculations, and computer/iPad entry Anticipating contractual problems and advising supervisor of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery and/or quality of delivered product Ensuring compliance with TN EPSC standards, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with the permits Effectively communicating and coordinating work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projects Performing acceptance testing of materials in a laboratory environment and inputting test results into various computer databases Working within a safety‑first culture where protecting our people, clients, and communities is a core value. Through Volkert’s safety program, you will learn proactive safety practices, risk awareness, and how safety communications are built into daily engineering activities and project delivery Working within a supportive team environment where quality matters and attention to detail is valued. You will be guided in developing good self‑checking habits and learning how to review the work of others, while gaining hands‑on experience with Quality Management principles that support high‑quality engineering projects What you need to have: High School Diploma or equivalent Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing Must be able to lift 70 lbs. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) Bonus points if you have: Excellent written and oral communication skills Key Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. EOE‑Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr Volkert Inc.