CEI Project Manager

Trilon Group

CEI Project Manager leading construction engineering and inspection projects for TDOT with a focus on collaboration and compliance. Managing project teams and ensuring successful project delivery.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeMurfreesboro • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing CEI projects, ensuring compliance with TDOT standards, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Possesses strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills essential for effective project delivery and client relationship management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CEI Project ManagementTDOT Standards KnowledgeLeadership and Team OversightClient Relationship ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudget ManagementConstruction Documentation ReviewRisk Identification and MitigationField Inspections and Testing

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsDetail-OrientedTrustworthy

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseAggregate Certified Testing TechnicianConcrete Certified Field TechnicianHot Mix Asphalt Certified Plant TechnicianNuclear Radiation Safety Certification

Industry Keywords

CEI ProjectsTDOTConstruction ManagementSafety RequirementsRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing all aspects of CEI projects, ensuring successful delivery in accordance with TDOT and municipality requirements, project scope, schedule, and budget
Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, including TDOT personnel, contractors, and stakeholders
Supervising and mentoring Project Administrators, Senior Inspectors, and field staff
Providing leadership, direction, and oversight to CEI teams across multiple projects
Reviewing and approving construction documentation, reports, pay estimates, and change orders
Ensuring compliance with quality standards, specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions as needed
Coordinating field activities, inspections, testing, and project closeout processes
Managing project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
Leading project meetings and providing regular status updates to Division Manager, clients, and internal leadership
Supporting business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client relationship management
Ensuring proper training, development, and performance management of assigned staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of related CEI experience, including significant work on TDOT projects
Demonstrated experience managing CEI projects and leading multidisciplinary teams
Strong knowledge of TDOT standards, specifications, and procedures
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Maintain the physical ability to visit job sites and work in various outdoor environments as needed
Candidates must be trustworthy, responsible, and detail-oriented
Daily travel and/or overnight stays may be required depending on project needs
Valid TN Driver’s License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Successful completion of drug screening and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain)
TDOT certifications such as:
Aggregate Certified Testing Technician
Concrete Certified Field Technician
Hot Mix Asphalt Certified Plant Technician
Hot Mix Asphalt Certified Roadway Technician
Nuclear Radiation Safety certification
Tennessee Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors
Prior experience as a CEI Project Administrator or similar leadership role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent compensation package
Flexible work schedule
Ability to work hybrid work schedule
Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
401(k) Plan and Match
Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
Company-furnished life insurance
Short and Long-term Disability
Parental Leave
Variety of voluntary benefit options
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account
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