Construction Inspector

Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. Career Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. seeks Construction Inspectors at multiple levels in Pittsburgh to monitor roadway, bridge, and related construction work. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage several projects while meeting deadlines.

NICET certification is preferred; a B.S. in Civil Engineering is a plus. Applicants should be able to document daily progress, measure quantities for payment, and prepare as-built

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of construction inspection experience.
• NICET certification preferred; other certifications listed acceptable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily on-site inspections to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Document observations in inspection reports and other required records.
• Measure quantities for payment and prepare as-built drawings.
• Serve as on-site project representative.

Skills

Construction inspection

Documentation

Communication skills

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

EIT

Tools

NICET Certification I-IV

Job description

Ranked the #4 Large Employer to Work for in America and residing in the Top 400 on Engineering News Record (ENR)'s List of Top Design Firms in the nation, TPD is currently hiring Construction Inspectors (at multiple levels) ideally NICET Certified. Our ideal candidate has minimum of 3 years of experience, a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, the willingness to work cohesively within a team, and the ability to work on multiple projects. Additionally, we offer a creative, flexible, supportive and fun environment!

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide daily inspection of construction work within a given discipline to ensure the project complies with plans and specifications. Such as Roadway Inspection of earthwork, drainage, paving, etc.; Structural inspection of foundations, piles, concrete, deck formwork, MSE walls, sign structures, etc.; ADA Compliance Inspection of curb ramps and sidewalks, etc.; Traffic Signal Inspections.
• Document all on-site observations of construction progress, equipment, manpower, and materials on a Daily Inspection Report and various other reports required.
• Measure and record quantities for payment
• Prepare as-built drawings
• Serving as on-site project representative.

Job Requirements

• At least one or more of the following certifications are preferred: ACI, NJSAT, TCC or CCTC.
• NICET Certification: I-IV is preferred.
• EIT or B.S. in Civil Engineering is a plus (not required)
• Experience with bridge construction is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work on multiple projects and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Driver’s License

At TPD we exist to improve the quality of life for the public, and are dedicated to Moving Forward Together