Construction Inspector

STV; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a Construction Inspector to join their Transportation group in Pennsylvania. The role involves inspecting highway and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and documenting activities. Candidates should have relevant experience and certifications, with a strong emphasis on safety and communication skills. STV values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of highway/bridge inspection experience required.
• Relevant certifications like NICET Level II preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor procedures and prepare inspection reports.
• Document materials testing and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Highway Inspection

Bridge Inspection

Communication

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AS or BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

PennDOT ECMS

Project Management Software

Job description

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STV has openings for Construction Inspectors in the Transportation group in Pennsylvania, specifically in the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern regions, including Carbon, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill Counties. Future projects may also be located in the Philadelphia region.

Clients include the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Districts 4, 5, and 6, and the PA Turnpike Commission (PTC).

These positions require 1 to 4 years of experience on highway and/or bridge construction projects, along with certifications such as NICET Level II in Highway Construction, NECEPT Asphalt Field Technician, ACI Concrete Technician, PennDOT/NECEPT Concrete Technician, and others related to stormwater management, guiderail/attenuator installation, traffic control, and OSHA safety.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma (or GED), relevant construction inspection experience, pertinent certifications, and knowledge of PennDOT and/or PA Turnpike electronic documentation systems. An AS or BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus.

Skills and Experience:

• 1-4+ years of highway/bridge inspection experience with NICET Level II certification preferred; an active Professional Engineering license may substitute.
• Relevant certifications in ACI/PennDOT Concrete, NECEPT Asphalt, Traffic Control, Guide Rail, Stormwater Management, OSHA, etc.
• Ability to review contractor procedures, prepare inspection reports, and document materials testing.
• Knowledge of PennDOT highway and bridge standards, materials, and work methods.
• Math skills for measurements and calculations.
• Basic computer skills and experience with PennDOT’s ECMS system, i-Pad applications, and project management software like PPCC or Kahua is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to document activities, coordinate with teams, and inform stakeholders.
• Willingness to work safely in construction zones, operate a vehicle, and work nights/weekends as needed.
• Ability to attend training and maintain certifications.

Compensation Range: $52,754 - $70,339 annually.

STV promotes diversity and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification.

Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, FSA, disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, dependent care, parental leave, continuing education, and professional memberships.

Salary is estimated and may vary based on factors like location, education, experience, and certifications.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Civil Engineering