Field Transportation Construction Lead & Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field) to lead inspection teams on highway projects across Pennsylvania. You will guide field inspections, ensure work meets approved plans, specs, standards, and contract requirements, and coordinate with vendors in a fast-paced field environment.

Responsibilities include supervising inspection staff, performing technical inspections, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• One year as Transportation Construction Inspector or equivalent.
• Two years of construction inspection experience with an associate’s degree in civil/engineering technology or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a construction inspection team and perform technical inspections on transportation projects.
• Ensure work is completed according to approved plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and coordinating scheduling; monitor safety and quality during field operations.
• Telework may be available part-time after probation; occasional travel and overtime may be required.

Skills

Supervision

Inspection

Field work

Safety standards

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field) to lead inspection teams on highway projects across Pennsylvania. You will guide field inspections, ensure work meets approved plans, specs, standards, and contract requirements, and coordinate with vendors in a fast-paced field environment.

Responsibilities include supervising inspection staff, performing technical inspections, and ensuring safety and quality.