Senior CEI Lead Inspector

Overview

Lead senior inspector overseeing CEI inspections, staff, compliance, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• certification tracking
• quantity measurement
• site inspection
• materials testing
• traffic monitoring
• staff training

Tasks

-Track certification status of subordinate staff to assure they maintain all required levels of certifications to perform CEI inspections in work zone flagging, work zone safety, EPSC Level 1 & 2, ACI or TDOT Concrete Field Technician, Roadway Asphalt Inspector, Soils & Aggregate. -Make accurate measurements of quantities, distance, and other factors related to roadway and structural pay items, to accurately document work performed on daily work reports. -Identify roadway issues and/or potential hazards to report to the appropriate personnel so that necessary actions can be taken. -Makes decisions involving encroachments, vegetation removal, and environmental features pertaining to Right-of-Way (ROW). -Conduct complex inspections of sites and materials to determine that a work item is being installed as specified and in accordance with the required specifications and procedures. -Monitor traffic control devices to ensure appropriate placement and report roadway congestion to the appropriate authority. -Train and mentor staff and peers in the workflow and processes related to their tasks. -Provide constructive feedback to subordinates related to job performance, work outcomes, and/or work issues. -Conduct and/or attend meetings with subordinates and other internal business partners to gather project information and status updates to distribute information at scheduled progress meetings. -Utilizes various testing equipment, when required, such as nuclear gauge and concrete air meter, to conduct materials testing on site to ensure materials meet specifications. -Lead staff to perform activities according to company, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, processes, and procedures. -Answer technical questions for subordinates, peers, consultants, or contractors to clarify project information, engineering solutions, departmental, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, processes, and procedures. -Mentors staff in new skills and tasks including, but not limited to, testing procedures, equipment operation, inspection procedures/duties, and other tasks as assigned. -Provide developmental feedback to staff to assist them in successfully performing tasks. -Schedule, coordinate and/or lead meetings with internal and external customers to ensure information is communicated. -Monitor work environment to identify environmental concerns, safety hazards, and maintenance issues to ensure compliance. -Ensure pay quantities for monthly progress payments are documented properly on daily work reports and approved for payment to prime contractor on schedule. -Complete daily work report (DWR) to document daily activities on the project for historical tracking, audit purposes, and documentation of installed work items measured for contractor payments, according to departmental guidelines. -Logs personal and staff's time worked, projects worked, and leave taken. -Discusse performance with staff to identify and correct deficiencies and to reinforce strengths. -Schedule and/or coordinate the work of subordinates and subconsultants to ensure timely submission of required information. -Communicate in verbal and written form with subordinates, upper management, and other internal business partners to ensure accurate and timely receipt of instructions and work assignments. -Review daily work reports, documents, and reports of subordinates for completeness and accuracy, and if necessary, provide solutions for changes or improvements. -Organize and prioritize personal workload and/or the workloads of assigned subordinates using calendars, lists, and other facilitators to ensure timely and accurate completion of work. -Evaluate documents including, but not limited to, estimated quantities, material certifications, test results, labor, equipment, environmental reports, submitted by subordinates or other business partners to check for accuracy and to determine compliance with departmental, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, processes, and procedures. -Explain project specific procedures and regulations to subordinates, the public, persons in other departments or divisions, or outside organizations and elected officials as required.

Requirements

• site manager
• tdot dwr
• lims
• ms office
• 10+ years
• cei certified

What You Bring

-The ability to interpret a variety of engineering and environmental rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and documentation for internal and external business partners to facilitate understanding, enhance communications, and ensure compliance. -Proficient in the use of Site Manager, TDOT DWR App, LIMS, and other office productivity software including, but not limited to, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Outlook, and MS TEAMS. -A minimum of ten (10) years of experience of progressive responsibility on large construction projects such as heavy highway construction, bridge/structures construction, and paving, and the ability to provide variable solutions to civil engineering problems involving work site conditions, materials, and techniques that may deviate from plans to meet specifications and guidelines. -At a minimum, maintain required levels of CEI certification in Work Zone Traffic Control/Flagging, TDEC Level 1, ACI or TDOT Concrete Field Technician, TDOT HMA Certified Roadway Inspector, TDOT Soils & Aggregate Certification, and Local Government Guidelines for the Management of Federal and State Funded Transportation Projects. -Communicate politely and courteously with co-workers, supervisors, and other business partners to ensure a positive and productive work environment. -The ability to read construction plans, contracts, standard drawings, specifications, and special provisions, to identify quantities, locations, material certification requirements, specifications, and special details, to provide technical guidance and identify errors, omissions, and potential conflicts on the project. -Certifications in Work Zone Traffic Control/Flagging, TDEC Level 1, ACI or TDOT Concrete Field Technician, TDOT HMA Certified Roadway Inspector, TDOT Soils & Aggregate Certification, and Local Government Guidelines for the Management of Federal and State Funded Transportation Projects.

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Benefits

-Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care -Retirement Plan with Employer Match -Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible) -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution -Employee Assistance Program -Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program -Paid Family Leave -Employee Discounts -Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision -Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance -Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service -Education and Training Assistance

About Lochner

-Specializes in providing comprehensive engineering, planning, and design services. -Works on major transportation projects across the U.S., from highways to bridges. -Experience spans both public and private sectors, serving governments and industries alike. -Known for expertise in complex transportation systems, including roadways and mass transit. -Offers sustainable solutions to optimize transportation efficiency and safety. -Delivers high-quality projects on time and within budget. -Focuses on innovations in transportation planning, traffic management, and environmental design.

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment screening required after offer acceptance. -checks include ssn/sin validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, global sanctions and watch list search, and drug test. -employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.