CEI Lead Inspector
Lead CEI Inspector
Location: St. Louis, MO
Help Build Something from the Ground Up
An established employee-owned engineering and infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a Lead CEI Inspector to play a key role in expanding its Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) presence throughout Missouri.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants more than just project oversight. The right individual will be instrumental in helping grow a CEI program, establish client relationships, support business development efforts, and contribute to the long-term success of a growing transportation practice in the state.
If you've been looking for the chance to have a seat at the table, influence strategy, and help build a team rather than simply be part of one, this role offers exactly that.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead and oversee CEI inspection activities on transportation infrastructure projects
- Serve as the primary field representative and liaison between project stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and DOT requirements
- Coordinate inspectors, project documentation, reporting, and quality assurance efforts
- Build and maintain strong relationships with DOT clients, contractors, and project teams
- Support efforts to expand CEI operations and win additional work across Missouri
- Mentor and develop junior inspection staff as the team grows
- Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and help establish a long-term presence in the region
What We're Looking For
- Strong CEI inspection experience on roadway, highway, bridge, or transportation infrastructure projects
- Experience working with MoDOT or another State DOT is required
- Proven ability to lead projects and work independently in the field
- Strong knowledge of construction inspection processes, documentation, and quality control procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams
- Interest in helping grow a transportation construction practice and expand client relationships
- Certifications relevant to transportation construction inspection are highly valued
Why This Opportunity?
- Rare opportunity to help build and shape a growing CEI operation
- Significant visibility with leadership and direct impact on company growth
- Clear pathway into expanded leadership responsibilities
- Backing of a well-established national firm with the flexibility and influence of a growing local team
- Employee-owned environment that rewards long-term contribution and success
- Strong pipeline of transportation and infrastructure projects
If you're a CEI professional with MoDOT experience who wants to be part of building something meaningful in Missouri, we'd love to connect.
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