CEI Inspector Position Available In Williamson, Tennessee

CEI Inspector Volkert Inc. paid time off, 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Brentwood 750 Old Hickory Boulevard (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Are we the road to your future? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We are currently searching for an experienced CEI Inspector to support our East Gulf Region located in Nashville, TN. Experience in environmental and/or waterline construction is a plus. TDOT certifications are also desired. What you’ll be doing: Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications
Testing of materials; review of plans; analysis of engineering-related data; and construction survey/layout
Keeping daily diaries on project operations, resolves daily constructability issues and trouble shoots problems to mitigate delays to contractor’s progress
Monitors contractor’s daily operations and performs and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans and contractual
provisions. Also monitors utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work
Documenting pay records, performing construction calculation, and computer/iPad entry
Anticipates contractual problems and advises supervisor of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety,
timely delivery and/or quality of delivered product
Ensures compliance with TN EPSC standards, and that all work performed in permitted areas, is done in accordance with the permits
Effectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while
maximizing progress of the projects
Perform acceptance testing of materials in a laboratory environment and inputs test results into various computer data bases What you need to have: Associate degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution is preferred
1+ years of progressive inspection level experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Ability to pass a drug test
Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing
Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
Must be able to work nights and weekends as required
Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

Competitive compensation
Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
Challenging and innovative projects
Employee referral program
Professional development
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.” – Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. #LI-SD1 Tennessee