CEI Senior Inspector

Our client is a privately owned consulting engineering firm with approximately 300 employees and multiple offices across Florida. They have a strong reputation in roadway and transportation projects and are rapidly expanding their presence in the Tallahassee (District 3) market, offering the opportunity to join a growing team within an established organization. The firm is known for its strong culture, long-term stability, and consistent growth.

We are seeking a CEI Senior Inspector to oversee and verify that construction activities are performed in accordance with project plans, FDOT requirements, and client quality standards, including accurate measurement, documentation, and payment of work. This role involves performing complex field inspections, surveying, testing, and engineering calculations while coordinating and supervising lower-level inspectors and reporting progress to the Project Manager. The position requires 4 years of FDOT CEI experience, active CTQP certifications, and the ability to work independently in demanding outdoor environments, including night, weekend, and overtime hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contractor work complies with project plans, specifications, FDOT requirements, and client quality standards
• Perform complex field inspections including roadway, bridge, concrete, asphalt, steel, and earthwork construction
• Monitor qualitative and quantitative aspects of construction, including accurate measurement and payment of work
• Conduct field measurements, testing, and engineering calculations
• Review construction layouts, survey data, and engineering computations
• Prepare and maintain detailed field reports and documentation; report progress to the Project Manager/Administrator through regular updates and meetings
• Coordinate, manage, and mentor lower-level inspectors
• Safely operate a company vehicle to and from project sites
• Work independently in outdoor environments and under varying weather conditions
• Perform physical job functions including standing for extended periods, working on uneven terrain, climbing ladders, lifting up to 40 lbs, and repetitive bending or overhead work
• Support nighttime, weekend, and overtime work as project schedules require

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years of FDOT CEI experience
• Experience with FDOT-related software systems, including MAC, Bluebeam, Hummingbird, and Site Manager
• Active CTQP Certifications in Asphalt, Concrete, Earthwork, Pile Driving, and Drilled Shafts

This is an opportunity to join a stable, growing engineering firm offering long-term work on FDOT transportation projects in the Tallahassee area. The role provides competitive hourly pay with overtime, a company vehicle, and the chance to take on leadership responsibility within a growing inspection team. Qualified candidates will find a challenging, hands-on field role with consistent project work and room for continued professional growth.