Roadway Inspection Expert

S&ME, Inc. is a leading provider of geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials disciplines, serving clients across 10 states with over 1,000 employee-owners dedicated to delivering impactful results.

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, ranging from $60,000 to $100,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K with company matching, and tuition reimbursement.

We are seeking a skilled Roadway Inspection Expert to join our Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) team in Asheville and Western North Carolina. As a CEI Roadway Inspector, you will perform technical duties associated with the oversight, administration, and inspection of transportation projects, including roadway, bridge, rail, pedestrian, port, and/or aviation, to determine the contractor's compliance with the contract, plans, and specifications.

• Observe and inspect various contractor's operations, including clearing and grubbing, earthmoving, paving, concrete pavement, bridge construction, pipe installation, traffic control, pavement marking, etc.
• Work is subject to review by higher-level technical and professional staff.
• Materials sampling and testing.
• Prepare material reports and daily diaries.
• Perform various calculations, computations, and documentation associated with the project inspection and material testing.
• Inspect erosion control devices for plan and permit compliance.
• Verify line and grade with survey equipment.
• Prepare field books for contractor payment documentation.
• Attend meetings and interact with third-party construction personnel.
• Perform DBE and EEO compliance surveys.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• One of the following qualifications: high school diploma/GED required and 4+ years of highway-related construction or inspection experience, or 2-year technical degree or higher in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology with 2+ years of highway-related construction experience.
• At least two of the following NCDOT-based certifications: NCDOT QMS Roadway Certification, NCDOT Conventional Density Certification, NCDOT Concrete Field Technician Certification, NCDOT Erosion Control Level II, NCDOT Nuclear Gauge Certification.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language.
• The ability to complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device.
• Good math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure.

We foster a culture of collaboration, honesty, and dedication, prioritizing creating an environment where everyone can thrive, both professionally and personally. Our employee owners enjoy a flexible working environment, allowing them to work most effectively and collaboratively to meet client, team, and personal commitments.