Project Manager / Field Inspector

Summers-Taylor, Inc; Lancaster (TN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) Plan

Company Vehicle

Job summary

Summers-Taylor, Inc. is seeking a Hybrid Project Manager / Field Inspector to support heavy highway and roadway construction across the region.

This role blends field inspection with project coordination, subcontractor oversight, traffic control, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have DOT roadway construction experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple field operations while ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety

Qualifications

• Experience in DOT roadway construction and inspection.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple field operations simultaneously.
• Familiarity with project documentation and scheduling processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor commitments, schedules, and daily coordination activities.
• Monitor and document SCD and subcontractor work items and quantities.
• Review, track, and maintain material certifications and project documentation.
• Track project progress and assist with CPM schedule updates with the CPM Manager.
• Verify foreman timecards are coded to bid items and activities.
• Review and confirm accuracy of project-related credit card purchases and documentation.
• Attend EPSC inspections and ensure environmental compliance requirements are maintained.
• Prepare, monitor, and submit lane closure reports.
• Coordinate and oversee evening lane closures with subcontractors, crews, inspectors, and traffic control personnel.
• Monitor waste and borrow pit operations and maintain associated certifications and records.
• Communicate project updates with owners, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal management teams.
• Attend project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Procure project materials and coordinate equipment needs with the Summers-Taylor shop and operations teams.
• Identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain production schedules.
• Maintain oversight of project quality control and ensure work is completed in accordance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Project management

Field inspection

Subcontractor coordination

Traffic control oversight

Quality assurance

Documentation

Plan reading

Communication

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

Summers-Taylor, Inc. is seeking an experienced Hybrid Project Manager / Field Inspector to support heavy highway and roadway construction projects throughout the region. This position combines field inspection responsibilities with project coordination, subcontractor management, traffic control oversight, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have experience in DOT roadway construction and inspection, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple field operations simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor commitments, schedules, and daily coordination activities.
• Monitor and document SCD and subcontractor work items and quantities.
• Review, track, and maintain material certifications and required project documentation.
• Track project progress and assist with monthly CPM schedule updates in coordination with the CPM Manager.
• Verify foreman timecards are coded accurately to bid items and project activities.
• Review and confirm accuracy of project-related credit card purchases and documentation.
• Attend EPSC inspections and ensure environmental compliance requirements are maintained.
• Prepare, monitor, and submit lane closure reports.
• Coordinate and oversee evening lane closures with subcontractors, crews, inspectors, and traffic control personnel.
• Monitor waste and borrow pit operations and maintain associated certifications and records.
• Communicate project updates with owners, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal management teams.
• Attend project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Procure project materials and coordinate equipment needs with the Summers-Taylor shop and operations teams.
• Identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain production schedules.
• Maintain oversight of project quality control and ensure work is completed in accordance with plans and specifications.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) with generous employer contributions
• Company Vehicle

Required Certifications

• EPSC Inspection Certification
• ACI/AISC Concrete Testing Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Flagging Certification
• CPR Certification
• Rigging Certification
• Traffic Control Manager Certification or equivalent traffic control experience
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous TDOT or DOT field inspection experience
• Experience in heavy highway and roadway construction
• Strong understanding of traffic control operations and roadway safety requirements
• Ability to read construction plans, specifications, and project schedules
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and field crews
• Strong computer, documentation, and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in an active construction environment