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Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician (CMT)

ESP Associates, Inc.
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking a Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician (CMT) to perform inspection and testing services related to, but not limited to: soils, foundations, reinforced concrete, structural masonry, fireproofing and post-tensioned concrete.



Responsibilities:



  • Review and understand project related drawings, specifications, and applicable building codes

  • Perform Special Inspections in the field for project document and code compliance

  • Perform routine and advanced field tests in accordance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, DOT or other standards

  • Document observations and inspections of construction including discrepancy notices for non-compliant items

  • Communicate effectively with ESP project staff and project construction team

  • Report inspections and test results through ESP’s field data collection software


Qualifications:



  • High School Diploma, GED, or Associate Degree required

  • Experience in inspection and construction testing of soil, concrete, masonry and/or asphalt materials preferred

  • ACI Field Grade I Certification, preferred, or ability to obtain within 1 year

  • ICC Certifications, preferred, any or all of the following:

    • ICC Soils

    • ICC Reinforced Concrete

    • ICC Structural Masonry

    • ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing

    • ICC Structural Steel and Bolting


  • NICET Certifications and/or Post Tension Institute (PTI) Level I or II certifications will be considered beneficial in the role

  • Effective oral and written communication skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Willingness to work in varying weather conditions

  • Occasional overnight hours and/or travel for work

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

  • Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.  




Corporate Information:


ESP is a multi-discipline engineering design and consulting firm providing our clients with civil engineering, surveying, planning/landscape architecture, geosciences, environmental, subsurface utility engineering, and construction engineering inspection.


Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 195 on the 2025 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2025 ranking of 52.


ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including:   



  • Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses

  • 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days) 

  • PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays

  • VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)

  • Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) 

  • Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc

  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)

  • Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Pet Insurance

  • Education Reimbursement Opportunities

  • Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan

  • Referral Bonuses


 

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