Bridge Inspection Supervisor — Lead Safety & Field Ops

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation, Engineering District 9, seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to lead bridge inspection efforts and ensure safe, compliant structures. You will oversee field operations, coordinate access and equipment, and maintain inspection records in bridge management systems.

Responsibilities include reporting findings, guiding team performance, and managing field resources.

Qualifications

• One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• This position is required to meet the qualifications for a bridge inspection team leader as defined by the current National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• This position requires possession of a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspection Oversight: Supervise bridge inspections and review structural components for safety and compliance
• Field Coordination: Arrange access, equipment, and scheduling for inspection activities with internal and external partners
• Data Management: Maintain accurate inspection records, forms, photographs, and updates in bridge management systems
• Report Preparation: Compile field findings into clear, organized inspection reports that address deficiencies and required elements
• Team Leadership: Assign tasks, evaluate performance, guide employee development, and support training needs
• Equipment Care: Maintain inspection tools, vehicles, and supplies to ensure safe and efficient field operations

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Geotechnical Engineering or Surveying Engineering Technology

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation, Engineering District 9, seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to lead bridge inspection efforts and ensure safe, compliant structures. You will oversee field operations, coordinate access and equipment, and maintain inspection records in bridge management systems.

Responsibilities include reporting findings, guiding team performance, and managing field resources.