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Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician

Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician

ESP AssociatesCharleston, SC, US
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Job Description

Job Description

ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking a Special Inspector / Senior Engineering Technician 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
  • Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Education Reimbursement Opportunities
  • Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
  • Referral Bonuses
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