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Cei Inspector Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a mid-level CEI Inspector in Central Texas and surrounding areas. Our inspectors will monitor project field activities, check lines, grades and elevations ...

Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a mid-level CEI Inspector in Central Texas and surrounding areas. Our inspectors will monitor project field activities, check lines, grades and elevations ...

As a Senior CEI Inspector, your primary role will be to monitor the contractor's on-site construction activities and inspect materials to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and other ...

As a Senior CEI Inspector, your primary role will be to monitor the contractor's on-site construction activities and inspect materials to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and other ...

As a Senior CEI Inspector, your primary role will be to monitor the contractor's on-site construction activities and inspect materials to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and other ...

BCC Engineering, a Parsons Company is looking for an amazingly talented CEI Inspector to join our team! In this role you will get to verify contractor work, materials, and traffic control on active ...

CEI Inspector - Texarkana

Texarkana, TX · On-site

$30.58 - $53.51/hr

BCC Engineering, a Parsons Company is looking for an amazingly talented CEI Inspector to join our team! In this role you will get to verify contractor work, materials, and traffic control on active ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector I - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector I - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector I - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector I - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

The CEI Inspector II - IV serves as a senior-level field inspector for TxDOT construction projects. This role provides advanced inspection, documentation, and compliance oversight on complex roadway ...

Join HNTB North Texas as an Inspector III tasked with overseeing TxDOT or similar projects as part of a larger team working together to deliver. This responsibility would be to oversee daily ...

Join HNTB North Texas as an Inspector III tasked with overseeing TxDOT or similar projects as part of a larger team working together to deliver. This responsibility would be to oversee daily ...

RK&K is looking for an experienced CEI Project Manager to lead complex transportation construction ... The role involves overseeing project delivery, including contract administration, inspection ...

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How much do cei inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for cei inspector in Texas is $51,184.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,900.00 and $59,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CEI inspector?

CEI Inspectors, or Construction Engineering and Inspection Inspectors, are professionals who oversee and ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of construction projects, particularly in civil and transportation engineering. They monitor work to verify it meets design specifications, codes, and contractual requirements. Their responsibilities include inspecting materials and workmanship, documenting progress, and coordinating with contractors, engineers, and government agencies. CEI Inspectors play a critical role in maintaining project standards, preventing issues, and ensuring that public infrastructure projects are completed efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Cei Inspector vs Electrical Inspector?

AspectCei InspectorElectrical Inspector
CertificationsTypically requires CEI certification, OSHA safety trainingRequires electrical certifications, such as NICET or state licensing
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, utility projects, infrastructure inspectionsBuilding inspections, electrical system assessments, construction sites
Industry UsagePower, utilities, infrastructure projectsConstruction, building, electrical systems

Both Cei Inspectors and Electrical Inspectors work in construction and infrastructure environments, often requiring safety and technical certifications. While Cei Inspectors focus on utility and infrastructure projects, Electrical Inspectors specialize in electrical systems within buildings. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or certification for their industry focus.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a CEI inspector?

To thrive as a CEI (Construction Engineering and Inspection) Inspector, you need a solid understanding of civil engineering principles, construction practices, and relevant codes, often supported by a degree or technical certification in engineering or construction management. Familiarity with project management software, inspection documentation systems, and tools like GPS equipment and material testing devices is typical. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards while keeping stakeholders informed and maintaining project timelines.

What challenges do CEI inspectors face during construction projects, and how can they be managed?

CEI Inspectors often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple contractors, ensuring work complies with project specifications, and managing tight project timelines. Effective communication and proactive problem-solving are essential for addressing issues as they arise in the field. Staying up to date with regulatory changes and maintaining detailed documentation also helps inspectors manage compliance and resolve disputes efficiently. Building strong relationships with project managers, engineers, and construction crews can further facilitate smooth project execution.
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What cities in Texas are hiring for Cei Inspector jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Cei Inspector job openings:
Infographic showing various Cei Inspector job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,184 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

CEI Inspector

Lochner

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a mid-level CEI Inspector in Central Texas and surrounding areas. Our inspectors will monitor project field activities, check lines, grades and elevations using standard field measuring equipment.  Experience with TXDOT projects in inspection of Roadway & Bridge Construction is critical.   

Lochner joined Egis, a global infrastructure consulting, engineering, and operations firm, expanding our capabilities while preserving the values and culture that define who we are. Egis is a global leader in Transportation (all modes), Cities (vertical and horizontal infrastructure), and Community Resources (energy, water, and Environmental).

Are you ready to join us on this journey?

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.  Lochner – learn more about us

Your Impact:

  • Observes and monitors field work activities on a project to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and other contract documents
  • Checks lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard field measuring equipment
  • Observes highway work zones and traffic control setups and reports potential issues to supervisor.
  • Tests and/or samples materials
  • Experience in documenting daily activities and pay items in AWP, Excel, or other software
  • Works under the direct supervision of a Field Project Engineer, Senior Inspector or Resident Engineer
  • Additional responsibilities as needed including working at night.

Who are you:

  • High School graduate with some state-required certification courses
  • 6+ years’ experience with TxDOT Projects in inspection of roadway / bridge construction.
  • This position will support our Central Texas and surrounding areas.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, calculating areas, volume, etc.
  • Ability to read road and bridge construction plans
  • Certifications: Level 1B Hot Mix, ACI concrete field testing
  • Basic computer skills
  • Experience in documenting daily activities and pay items in Site Manager
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license

Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:

  • Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
  • Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Match 
  • Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
  • Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
  • Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
  • Education and Training Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

What we offer – Learn more

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights. 

Equal Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

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