CEI Transportation Inspector

GFT is seeking a CEI Transportation Technician III to join our Transportation Team in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Wilmington or Asheville, NC! 

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What you'll be challenged to do:

• Attends various meetings as needed related to construction projects.
• Responsible for driving company vehicle to and from as well as on the client project
• Must understand DOT Standard Specifications, Standard Drawings, special provisions, project contract and how it relates to the DOT Construction Manual.
• Answers inquiries and complaints from Residents Engineer.
• Must be able to successfully use all the tools of the trade needed for the project.
• Must obtain accurate measurements and report progress information and place on an Inspector's Daily Report (IDR).
• Setup Pay Record books
• Collect material received certifications from contractor
• Complete pay applications and coordinating with contractor and DOT.
• Perform on-site testing when needed
• Check materials for conformance with contract requirements before installation.
• Points out potential problems to the contractor and project engineer, and keeps project engineer and supervisor informed of progress of project.
• Must be able to follow and carry out specific instructions on an independent basis.
• Make field decision and points out potential problems to the contractor and project engineer, and keeps project engineer and supervisor informed of progress of project.
• Act as a construction specialist and head inspector on projects.
• Responsible for job specific quality system tasks as defined in quality manual.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

What you'll bring to our firm:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Must be able to become certified in DOT classes and maintain these certifications
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel
• Must be a good communicator and able to resolve solutions in the field.
• Must be able to work independently and manage time wisely
• Must be able to read and understand construction plans, blueprints and maps.
• Must have basic math skills to compute quantities and costs when requested.
• Must be able to interpret and implement company mandated safety policies.
• Must have all DOT certifications per project requirement.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have an ability to operate a level and have an understanding of cut and fills and elevations for grades.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Must understand construction surveying procedures and principles.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds daily.

Working Conditions:

• Work in outdoor environment 95% of the time.
• Moderate noise level.
• Travel via automobile on daily basis.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $25.80 - $37.56. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

 Featured Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Wilmington or Asheville, NC

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Salary:$25.80 - $37.56

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GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.