Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician (CMT)
ESP Associates, Inc. · espassociates.com
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Senior inspection and engineering technician.
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- 35 d ago · posted 2026-08-17
- Location
- Charleston, SC, US
Full description
ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking a Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician (CMT) to perform inspection and testing services related to, but not limited to: soils, foundations, reinforced concrete, structural masonry, fireproofing and post-tensioned concrete.
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
• Experience in inspection and construction testing of soil, concrete, masonry and/or asphalt materials preferred
• ACI Field Grade I Certification, preferred, or ability to obtain within 1 year
• ICC Certifications, preferred, any or all of the following:
• ICC Soils
• ICC Reinforced Concrete
• ICC Structural Masonry
• ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing
• ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
• NICET Certifications and/or Post Tension Institute (PTI) Level I or II certifications will be considered beneficial in the role
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions
• Occasional overnight hours and/or travel for work
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• 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 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
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