Construction Manager

PA Turnpike Commission; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in Warrendale, PA is seeking an inspector supervisor to oversee construction material testing, documentation, and field verification on active projects. You will manage a modest team of technical assistants and ensure work conforms to standards and specifications.

The role emphasizes leadership in inspection and documentation, adherence to safety practices, and collaboration with internal and external partners. NICET Level 4 and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NICET Level 4 certification in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inspection of workmanship and materials on projects to ensure conformance with standards.
• Maintains construction process documents and the Construction Documentation System daily.
• Enforces federal, state, and local laws regulating procedures, safety, and working conditions; follows COM and best practices.
• Assists with contract finalization and cost documentation for final determination.
• Instructs and advises staff and contractors in documentation, field measurements, sampling, and testing techniques.
• Assists with reviews and audits with internal and external partners.
• Works extended hours to support management of normal and emergency construction operations.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Mathematical understanding

Decision making and independentJudment

Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET level 4 certification in Civil Engineering Technology related program

Job description

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$37.84

Full Time

Warrendale Mainline Interchange

Pennsylvania (US-PA)

15086

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for the inspection of construction materials and workmanship on construction projects and to ensure that the quality of performance conforms to standards and specifications. Work includes daily maintenance of construction documentation systems and project records. Manages and supervises a moderately sized staff of technical assistants who perform field verification tests on materials and inspects specific phases of the construction process. Work is reviewed through the discussion of assignments and the analysis of reports.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Supervises and participates in the inspection of workmanship, materials and work in progress on construction projects to determine whether methods, materials and equipment conform to established standards.
• Maintains construction process documents to ensure accountability of construction expenditures. Maintains Construction Documentation System (CDS) and related construction management technologies daily.
• Enforces federal, state and local laws regulating construction procedures, safety practices and working conditions and ensures compliance with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s (PTC) Construction Operations Manual (COM), policies and best practices.
• Assists with construction contract finalization and closeout processes and the maintenance of records and documentation of work performed for final cost determination.
• Instructs and advises other employees, contractors and construction workers in the techniques of construction documentation, field measurements and material sampling and testing.
• Assists with the documentation of reviews and audits with internal and external business partners.
• Works extended hours to assist in the management of normal and emergency construction operations.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as required.
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Possession of a NICET level 4 certification in a Civil Engineering Technology related program.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Regular and Predictable Attendance

Decision Making and Independent Judgment

Mathematical Understanding

Quality Control

Safety

Flexibility

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing and reading of reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Position may demand occasionally working long hours in emergency situations, adverse weather conditions or for extended work assignments. Position requires the physical capability to appropriately stand, stoop, walk, lift and carry heavy tools and equipment when necessary. Position requires occasional travel and/or fieldwork with exposure to roadway traffic. Office environment with low to moderate levels of noise, adequate lighting and comfortable temperatures. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent(s) within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of the employee(s) assigned to this job. Management has the discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling 717-831-7378.

Questions? Call Human Resource Services at 717-831-7378, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.