Construction Inspection Program Manager

Larson Design Group; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Larson Design Group is seeking a Program Manager who will lead highway and bridge construction inspection projects. This role is designed for a skilled inspection professional with at least 10 years of experience, particularly in PennDOT projects, to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership abilities, technical expertise in construction documentation, and relevant certifications. Opportunities for future work will be supported through effective team performance monitoring and strong relationships with clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of leadership experience.
• Ten years of highway and bridge construction inspection experience.
• NICET, NECEPT, and PennDOT Concrete certifications required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspection teams across multiple highway and bridge projects.
• Monitor team performance and project progress.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to inspection team members.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Technical expertise

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s or master’s degree

Tools

CDS NeXtGen

Kahua software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Program Manager will lead highway and bridge construction inspection projects, oversee inspection teams, and support successful delivery for transportation clients and agencies. This role is ideal for an experienced construction inspection professional who can manage multiple projects, communicate effectively with stakeholders, resolve field issues, and provide technical leadership to inspection staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inspection teams across multiple projects within an assigned region.
• Monitor team performance, project progress, and schedule adherence to support timely completion.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, subcontractors, agency representatives, and other project stakeholders.
• Share project information, respond to inquiries, and support timely resolution of field issues.
• Apply technical references when inspecting structural, concrete, earthwork, building, and mechanical components.
• Serve as a client liaison by providing updates on inspections, subcontracting, progress, and delays.
• Identify and help resolve site issues that could affect project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and subject matter expertise to inspection team members.
• Maintain a strong understanding of construction observation, documentation, reporting, and procedures.
• Support pursuit and proposal efforts for future work opportunities with clients and agencies.

Education and Experience

• Education: Associate degree required.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of leadership experience and ten (10) years of highway and bridge construction inspection experience, including PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike projects.
• Certifications: NICET, NECEPT, and PennDOT Concrete certifications are required or preferred depending on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly desirable.
• Experience using CDS NeXtGen or Kahua software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.