Job Description

ESP Associates, Inc. is actively looking to bring an experienced CEI Senior Inspector on to our team for highway projects throughout Eastern, NC. Previous experience in the inspection of transportation projects and certifications from DOT are required.

ESP is proud to offer more than a place to build your career, we are a team. Built on a foundation of trust and performance, we empower our people through flexible work schedules and a fluid work environment that respects your personal time. Our multidisciplinary environment brings together professionals across engineering, surveying, planning, environmental, geosciences, SUE, and CEI, with plenty of opportunities to connect beyond the workday. From team outings and volunteer events to company-wide step challenges, summer celebrations, and friendly competitions, there’s always an opportunity to get involved, get to know your coworkers, and have a little fun along the way.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead inspector on NCDOT and County transportation construction projects performing inspection services for asphalt, concrete, erosion control, traffic control, earthwork, and other construction materials and processes as influenced by the project
• Coordinate schedules, distribute tasks, and provide support to the lower-level inspectors
• Complete daily reports of Earthwork Construction logbook, activity logs, progress updates, and any other necessary documentation as per management or client
• Ensure project organization and coordination with other field personnel
• Assist with the preparation of the Final Estimate package
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed per plans and specifications
• Obtain, prepare, record and review all materials used for the project to ensure correspondence with specifications
• Measure and verify the precision of dimensions, installations, and construction activity

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in roadway construction inspection
• Currently possess or have the ability to obtain the following certifications:

1. NCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician
2. NCDOT Earthwork and Base Course Technician
3. Nuclear Gauge Technician Certification
4. NCDOT Concrete Technician Level 1 & 2
5. NCDOT Foundations Technician
6. Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI)
7. NCDOT Advanced Work Zone Traffic Control
8. ACI Field Grade Technician I
9. IMSA Certifications

• Basic computer skills are required
• Must be able to have the ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
• Candidates will be required to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Corporate Information:

As a CEI-focused firm, ESP’s CEI and CM professionals work diligently on our client’s behalf to verify and document their assigned project is built as intended. Our experience includes various types of construction contracting methods including General Bid-Build, Design-Build, and Public Private Partnerships (P3). Our role is to be a valued asset to the project team, adding value through knowledge, communication and experience.

CEI & CM Markets include:

• Highways and Bridges
• Rail and Transit
• Tollways
• Municipal Trails
• Streets and Roads

Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 186 on the 2026 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2026 ranking of 53.

ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Opportunities
• Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
• Referral Bonuses