Senior Inspector - Transportation Market

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Is able to work onsite in Northern Kentucky, as this is a requirement for the role.
• A high school diploma (GED) and a minimum of 10 years of construction or inspection experience on roadway projects, or completion of a 2- or 4-year engineering technology or engineering program
• Preferably experience on KYTC or municipal roadway projects requiring daily records and reports on asphalt paving, concrete work, grading, structural work, and erosion control
• Licenses/registrations/certifications such as KYTC CEI certifications are a plus; may be required to participate in certification and training courses post-hire including OSHA, KYTC, or client-specific required training. Certifications could include concrete, asphalt, grading, structures, aggregates, erosion control, and safety training
• Familiarity with construction techniques, design principles, KYTC specifications, and documents
• Ability to learn on the job through observation and asking questions
• Ability or willingness to learn the use of tools and equipment such as air meters, slump cones, nuclear density machine, surveying instruments, and tape measures
• Competence in computer use for data entry and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently
• Effective listening and communication skills, both verbal and written, including good English language knowledge, grammar, composition, and spelling
• Physical ability to use hands to operate tools or equipment, talk, see, hear, reach with hands and arms, walk, stand, and stoop; frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more—reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities
• Willingness to work in a field/outdoor environment exposed to humidity, dust, noise, various temperatures, and high traffic areas
• Use of personal protective equipment is required and provided by the firm

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a CEI Senior Inspector, you will:

• Observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports and constructability reviews
• Oversee daily construction activities including earthwork, erosion control, asphalt and concrete paving, structural steel and concrete, and lighting/signal installations
• Coordinate duties/tasks and provide technical assistance/training for sub-professional or technical staff in the construction of projects
• Ensure construction progress aligns with specifications and contract documents by reviewing plans and analyzing moderate complexity shop drawings
• Maintain daily job logs and report deviations from plans to management promptly
• Participate in reviewing submittals, assisting with Requests for Information (RFIs), and other related tasks
• Coordinate with contractors, client personnel, and other stakeholders regarding inspection activities
• Advise contractors on non-compliance or contract violations and collaborate on corrective actions
• Verify that highway work zones and traffic control setups meet contract requirements
• Assist in contractor evaluations and perform other duties as assigned
• Use or learn necessary inspection tools and computer systems for accurate data collection and reporting
• Perform material testing as required by contract documents and document material records and test reports accurately
• Be prepared to drive a company vehicle as part of job responsibilities.

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.