CEI Inspector

Job DescriptionJob Description Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for talented CEI Inspectors to support our Carolinas Region statewide inNorth Carolina. This position welcomes candidates who are willing to commute from South Carolina to work in the state of North Carolina. To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, an Associate's degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution.The successful candidate will perform technical duties supporting engineers and other professionals in the administration of highway construction. Such areas include, construction inspection, project roadway/structure inspection, materials testing, project surveying, and program/regulatory compliance. (This position corresponds with the NCDOT Engineering (Transportation) Technician I & through IV.) What you’ll be doing:Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specificationsTesting of materials; review of plans; analysis of engineering-related data; and construction survey/layoutKeeping daily diaries on project operations, resolves daily constructability issues and trouble shoots problems to mitigate delays to contractor’s progressMonitors contractor's daily operations and performs and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans and contractual provisions. Also monitors utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation workDocumenting pay records, performing construction calculation, and computer/iPad entryAnticipates contractual problems and advises supervisor of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery and/or quality of delivered productEnsures compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas, is done in accordance with the permitsEffectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projectsWhat you need to have:Associate degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution0 - 2 years of progressive inspection level experience or equivalent combination of education and experienceMust be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standingMust be able to lift 50 lbs.Must be able to work nights and weekends as required Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operationsSafety toe shoes requiredAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)Skills & Competencies:Knowledge of survey crew techniques, duties, and responsibilitiesShould be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive mannerAbility to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway constructionExperience maintaining standard daily records and reportsKnowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveyingKnowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards, and specificationsExperience with contract administrationWhy Volkert?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. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.Key Benefits:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Medical, Dental, & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerEOE-Race/Sex/Vets/DisabledVolkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. #LI-DNI North Carolina #LI-Remote