Liner Inspector Team Leader
About this role
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Certified Liner Inspector to join our team to support field inspection and quality assurance for geomembrane liner installations throughout Alabama. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all liner systems are installed according to design specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. This role requires travel to job sites across the state.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a team of liner inspectors and be the primary point of contact for liner inspections.
- Conduct visual and instrument-based inspections of geomembrane liner installations at construction and remediation sites.
- Monitor and document the liner deployment, seaming, testing, and anchoring processes.
- Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and regulatory requirements.
- Use nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques (e.g., air pressure tests, vacuum box tests) to inspect seam quality.
- Maintain daily logs, photographs, inspection forms, and quality control records.
- Collaborate with construction crews, project managers, and third-party contractors to ensure successful liner installation.
- Report any deficiencies or non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards at job sites.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of related experience.
- Must have and be willing to maintain basic certifications.
- Advanced certifications may be required based on the work performed.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
- Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.
- Good understanding of construction materials testing principles, applications, and ASTM testing standards.
- Proficient at data interpretation and evaluation of CMT techniques and results.
Military Qualifications:
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-5
About Us
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
Company at a glance
ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm. Organizationally we have 100+ offices and more than 3,000 employees in operating subsidiaries. Subsidiaries and their headquarter offices include:
- ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC [Chantilly, VA];
- ECS Midwest, LLC [Chicago, IL];
- ECS Southeast, LLP [Raleigh, NC];
- ECS Florida, LLC [Orlando, FL];
- ECS Southwest, LLP [Dallas, TX];
- ECS Pacific, Inc. [Walnut Creek, CA];
- ECS Group of Companies [Chantilly, VA - provides administrative/support services to all operating subsidiaries].
Founded in 1988, ECS is an employee-owned corporation committed to providing high quality, innovative services. The professional staff at ECS delivers value-added solutions through our core service lines: Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Consulting, Construction Materials Testing/Inspection, and Facilities Engineering and Consulting.
'Setting the Standard for Service’ is our corporate philosophy that permeates everything we do. We embrace providing services on time and under budget while adding value to our clients. Our goal is to provide high-quality engineering and related services; and to be recognized by our clients and colleagues for our innovative ideas, responsiveness and value. Our high repeat business volume, recommendations from our clients and professional associates are all measures of our commitment to the industry we proudly serve. At ECS, it’s not just about getting the job done – it’s about getting the job done right.
Talent acquisition at ECS receives strategic focus. We keep our career center current and up-to-date! So if you are looking for a new career opportunity or know someone who is, please visit www.ecslimited.com and submit your resume through our career center for review by our dedicated recruiting team.
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