Project Manager -CEI (Construction Engineering Inspection)

Location: Brentwood, Knoxville, or Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States. The role is primarily field-based and involves outdoor work environments. Hybrid and remote options may be available for some employees depending on role responsibilities.

Company

hirify.global delivers construction engineering inspection and infrastructure solutions for transportation and municipal projects.

What you will do

• Provide technical leadership for CEI teams delivering roadway, bridge, drainage, earthwork, utility relocation, and other transportation projects.
• Serve as project executive across multiple projects and ensure compliance with contract documents, budgets, schedules, and corporate procedures.
• Lead communications with owner representatives, contractors, project stakeholders, and regional leadership.
• Review and approve monthly CPM schedules and maintain project processes and document controls.
• Resolve complex construction operations and contract challenges through collaboration with project partners.
• Manage administrative staff and final estimate documentation through project completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of construction inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to obtain required certifications and pass applicable qualification tests within specified time frames.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to perform field work, including outdoor exposure and physical activities such as walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting up to 35 pounds.

Nice to have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Technical writing and networking skills.
• Willingness to support identification and pursuit of eligible infrastructure projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement, paid professional training, license achievement bonuses, learning resources, and paid professional memberships.
• Competitive paid time off, seven paid holidays, two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and term life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, social events, volunteering opportunities, and employee networks.

Hiring process

• Successful candidates must complete applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.
• Interviews are conducted by phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams.