Field Utility Construction Inspector – Travel-Ready Oversight

SkOUT Secure Intelligence; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Solutions is seeking an experienced Utility Construction Inspector to support electric utility construction projects across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. This full-time contract role involves field oversight of transmission lines, distribution lines, and substations with travel to project sites.

Per diem and travel expenses are provided for qualifying assignments. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of construction experience, OSHA 10-hour training, and the ability to document field

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of construction experience involving transmission lines, distribution systems, and/or substations.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and an excellent safety record.
• Current OSHA 10-hour training.
• Knowledge of utility system switching and ability to qualify for required site clearances.
• Comfortable completing electronic field reports and documentation.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide field inspection and quality assurance oversight for utility construction projects
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with project requirements, safety standards, permits, and specifications
• Inspect transmission, distribution, and/or substation construction activities
• Oversee site preparation, access road construction, earthwork, foundations, concrete placement, and related civil work
• Monitor stormwater management and environmental/permitting requirements
• Document field activities, construction progress, materials, equipment, and potential issues
• Coordinate with contractors, project representatives, and other field personnel
• Support rehabilitation and improvement work associated with utility infrastructure

Skills

Field inspection

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

Electrical transmission knowledge

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Field Reports

Job description

Oxford Solutions is seeking an experienced Utility Construction Inspector to support electric utility construction projects across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. This full-time contract role involves field oversight of transmission lines, distribution lines, and substations with travel to project sites.

Per diem and travel expenses are provided for qualifying assignments. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of construction experience, OSHA 10-hour training, and the ability to document field