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CEI Inspector

GAI Consultants Inc
Panama, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

GAI Consultants is seeking an Inspector (CEI) based out of our Jacksonville, FL office but assigned to the Tallahassee, FL or Panama City, FL area.  Under the direction of the Senior Project Engineer/Construction Manager, the inspector's duties are primarily overseeing the contractor's work to assure compliance with plans and specifications. For this opportunity, good public relations and communication skills are a must, as the ability to collaborate with others.

We are growing! This position is in anticipation of more growth and is an evergreen position. As such, the timeline to hire is unknown and will be as needed. If you are interested in this type of work we encourage you to apply and we will reach out when we are ready to move forward. It could be several months.

Job Duties:

  • Performing highly complex technical assignments in field surveying and construction layout, making and checking engineering computations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests.
  • Coordinating with and taking instructions from other senior inspection staff.
  • Interpret plans and specs.
  • Monitor contractor's work for compliance with contract documents.
  • Construction documentation including written reports and taking photos of onsite operations.
  • Tracking site quantities including construction math computation.
  • Permit compliance verification.
  • Materials verification including taking field samples at required frequencies.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level 1
  • CTQP Asphalt Roadway Level I
  • CTQP Earthwork Construction Inspection Level I
  • CTQP Pile Driving Inspection (preferred)
  • CTQP Drilled Shaft Inspection (required for inspection of all drilled shafts including miscellaneous structures such as sign structures) (preferred)
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I
  • CTQP Final Estimates Level I
  • FDOT Intermediate MOT
  • Nuclear Radiation Safety
  • Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted. 
  • Ability to work in rough terrain found on construction sites.
  • Must be capable of walking in steep varying terrain in all climate conditions.
  • Must be able to drive.

Experience Required: 

  • Two (2) years of experience in construction inspection, one (1) year of which shall have been in bridge and/or roadway construction inspection.

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

  • Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
  • New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
  • 401k company match 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 

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