Construction Inspector

STV, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

A construction consultancy firm is seeking Construction Inspectors to oversee highway and bridge construction projects across various regions in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia. Candidates should possess relevant experience and certifications. This role emphasizes a commitment to safety and offers a range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of inspection experience required.
• Certifications in Stormwater Management and Traffic Control are desired.
• Experience with PennDOT and PA Turnpike standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor's work for compliance.
• Prepare written inspection reports.
• Document materials testing and certification processes.

Skills

Highway and bridge construction inspection

NICET Level I or II Certification

Basic computer skills (Excel, Word)

Written and verbal communication skills

Driver's License

Education

HS Diploma or GED

AS or BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

PennDOT/PA Turnpike electronic documentation systems

PPCC (PennDOT)

Kahua (PTC)

i-Pad apps

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 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

Compensation Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

STV offers the following 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 (16 days)
• Paid Holidays (8 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 is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. 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.