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, 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
- 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 195 on the 2025 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2025 ranking of 52.
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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