Construction Inspector

STV Incorporated; Douglassville (PA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Dependent Care Benefits

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure/Memberships

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking Construction Inspectors in Pennsylvania for highway and bridge construction projects working with PennDOT Districts and the PA Turnpike Commission. positions require 1–4 years of inspection experience and relevant NICET/PE credentials.

Field locations include Lehigh Valley, Northeastern PA, and Philadelphia regions with offices in Douglassville, Harrisburg and Philadelphia. A BS in Civil Engineering/Construction Management is a plus and travel to site locations is

Qualifications

• 1–4+ years of highway/bridge inspection experience with NICET I/II preferred
• Active PE license may substitute NICET
• Certifications in asphalt, concrete, stormwater, traffic control, safety are desirable
• Experience reviewing contractor procedures and documenting materials testing
• Knowledge of PennDOT/PA Turnpike specs, standards, and methods
• Ability to calculate quantities and prepare inspection reports

Responsibilities

• Review contractor procedures, materials and work for conformance with plans and specs
• Witness and document materials testing and certification processes
• Prepare written inspection reports with quantities and calculations
• Maintain records in PennDOT and PA Turnpike documentation systems
• Assist in tracking project status and support payments/change orders
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams

Skills

NICET Highway Construction

NECEPT Asphalt

ACI Concrete Technician

PennDOT/NECEPT Concrete Technician

Stormwater Management

Guiderail/Attenuator Installation

Traffic Control

OSHA Safety

Valid Driver's License

Basic Computer Skills

Education

AS/BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

PennDOT ECMS

PennDOT i-Pad apps

PPCC (PennDOT) Kahua (PTC)

Job description

STV currently has openings for Construction Inspectors in the Transportation group in Pennsylvania. Transportation Construction Inspectors STV’s Pennsylvania Transportation group based in our Douglassville Harrisburg, and Philadelphia, PA offices, is seeking construction inspectors with experience on PennDOT and PA Turnpike highway and bridge construction projects.

Field Locations in the Lehigh Valley, Northeastern PA and Philadelphia regions of Pennsylvania. Our upcoming needs are on Construction Inspection projects are located in the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern regions of Pennsylvania, particularly in Carbon, Monroe, Northampton and Schuylkill Counties as well as in the Philadelphia region. Clients include the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Districts 4, 5, 6, and 8, and the PA Turnpike Commission (PTC).

These positions require 1 to 4 years of experience on highway and/or bridge construction inspection projects, and a combination of the following certifications:

• NICET Level I or II in Highway Construction
• NECEPT Asphalt Field Technician
• ACI Concrete Technician
• PennDOT/NECEPT Concrete Technician
• Certifications and training in Stormwater Management, Guiderail/Attenuator installation, Traffic Control, and OSHA/Safety are also desired.

A HS Diploma (or GED) and technical highway or bridge construction inspection experience is required, along with pertinent certifications, and a working knowledge of PennDOT and/or PA Turnpike electronic documentation systems. An AS or BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus.

Required Skills, Abilities & Relevant Experience

• 1-4 plus years of highway and/or bridge construction inspection experience with NICET Level I or II Certification in Highway Construction preferred. An active Professional Engineering license may be considered in lieu of NICET Certification.
• Have a combination of ACI/PennDOT Concrete, NECEPT Asphalt, Traffic Control, Guide Rail, Stormwater Management, OSHA Construction Safety and/or other related certifications.
• Ability to review contractor’s procedures, materials, and work product for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Ability to prepare written inspection reports on work in progress and completed work, including quantity calculations, and to witness and document materials testing and certification processes.
• Knowledge of PennDOT highway and bridge construction specifications, standards, materials, and work methods.
• Math skills as required to make linear, area, and volume measurements and calculate items of work in proper measurement and payment units.
• Basic computer skills (excel, word, emails).
• Working experience with PennDOT’s and/or the PTC’s Construction Documentation Systems, PennDOT’s ECMS system, and associated PennDOT i-Pad-based electronic documentation applications. Knowledge of PPCC (PennDOT) and/or Kahua (PTC) project management software is a plus.
• Ability to assist client and/or the CM team in documenting and reviewing construction project activities, materials testing, and certifications, tracking status of operations, and providing background information and support for contractor payments and change orders.
• Written and verbal communication skills to assist in keeping projects on track and within budget, assist supervisors and managers in keeping clients and stakeholders informed on project activities and issues, and to quickly remedy construction issues so as to avoid rework, change orders, or construction claims.
• Willingness to work in a safe manner and within company, project, and OSHA safety guidelines on a highway/bridge construction site.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle and be able to safely operate a personal vehicle along, approaching, and/or within construction zones, including detour routes.
• Be able to work nights and weekends when required by our clients and project construction schedules.
• Ability and willingness to attend training sessions and classes to obtain additional inspection and safety certifications and maintain certifications.

Field offices in Eastern and Central Pennsylvania #LI-Field Compensation Range: $61,899.00 - $70,339.00

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV offers its employees fair, equitable and transparent pay. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do.

STV is one of the top infrastructure‑focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category.

STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world‑class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm.

We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com.

STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.