Special Inspector - Senior Engineering Technician

Job Description

ESP Associates, Inc. (ESP) is seeking a Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician to perform inspection and testing services related to, but not limited to: soils, foundations, retaining walls, reinforced concrete, structural masonry, fire proofing and post-tensioned concrete.

*Sign-on bonus may be available based on individual experience and certification(s)!

Responsibilities:

Review and understand project related drawings, specifications, and applicable building codes

Perform Special Inspections in the field for project document and code compliance

Perform routine and advanced field tests in accordance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, DOT or other standards

Document observations and inspections of construction including discrepancy notices for non-compliant items

Communicate effectively with ESP project staff and project construction team

Report inspections and test results through ESP’s field data collection software

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, GED, or Associate Degree required

Three or more years of experience in inspection and construction testing of soil, concrete, masonry and/or asphalt materials

ACI Field Grade I Certification

ICC Certifications (Must possess at least one of the following):

ICC Soils

ICC Reinforced Concrete

ICC Structural Masonry

ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing

ICC Structural Steel and Bolting

Effective oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to work in varying weather conditions

NICET Certifications and/or Post Tension Institute (PTI) Level I or II certifications will be considered beneficial in the role

Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Corporate Information:

ESP is a multi-discipline engineering design and consulting firm providing our clients with civil engineering, surveying, planning/landscape architecture, geosciences, environmental, subsurface utility engineering, and construction engineering inspection.

Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 209 on the 2023 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2023 ranking of 32.

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

Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)

Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Education Reimbursement Opportunities

Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan

Referral Bonuses