Construction Engineering and Inspection Inspector

Overview

As a Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Inspector with Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you’ll support a variety of transportation and municipal infrastructure projects through a combination of field inspections and office-based project documentation. This role provides the opportunity to work on high-profile state and local projects while contributing to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure improvements.

At CEC, our people are at the center of everything we do. As employee-owners, we take personal responsibility for our clients’ success by building strong relationships and delivering high-quality results. We value collaboration, listen carefully to understand our clients’ unique challenges, and invest in the growth and development of every team member. By bringing together diverse, multidisciplinary professionals, we create practical, comprehensive solutions to complex engineering challenges. Simply put, we do our best work when we work together.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is highly detail-oriented, and can effectively balance independent field responsibilities with collaboration across project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections on state and municipal infrastructure projects
• Conduct erosion and sediment control inspections
• Document material certifications, quantities, and inspection observations
• Maintain accurate project records in accordance with TDOT standards and policies
• Prepare and organize required inspection and project documentation
• Communicate effectively with project team members, contractors, and clients
• Work independently in the field while contributing to a collaborative project team

Our Nashville office, located in Franklin, TN, is home to a passionate and growing team of professionals. Just minutes from downtown Nashville, Franklin offers small-town charm with easy access to all that Nashville has to offer. Known for top-rated schools and welcoming neighborhoods, the area is a great place to grow both personally and professionally. From outdoor recreation and live music to professional sports and dining, Middle Tennessee offers something for everyone. 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a CEI-related field, or a combination of relevant experience and education
• TDOT Technician Certifications in Aggregates, Concrete Field, and Asphalt Roadway preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience operating a nuclear density gauge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel preferred
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction training preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Valid state-issued driver’s license
• Ability to travel periodically (expenses reimbursed)
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Strong math and geometry skills for calculating quantities, areas, and volumes

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited.  Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.