Technical Assistant - Construction Inspection

CDR Companies; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is hiring a Technical Assistant for an Interchange Reconstruction project in Allegheny County. This entry-level position offers comprehensive training and on-the-job support. Responsibilities include compliance checks, daily reporting, and communication with various stakeholders in construction.

Benefits

Competitive benefits packages

Resources for professional and personal development

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Consult with contractors and engineers on construction methods and safety.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain schedules.
• Check compliance of delivered materials with contract documents.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Basic math computations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CDR Maguire Engineering is hiring for a Technical Assistant in Allegheny County for an Interchange Reconstruction project starting in July 2025. The project work will be in the Wexford, PA area. Local candidates preferred.

This is an entry level position. All training and on the job support, will be provided at no cost to the employee.

The Technical Assistant (TA) is responsible for consulting with contractors, consultants, engineers, job superintendents, and others in matters related to plans, specifications, materials, equipment, and the methods, practices and safety precautions involved in construction and installation of the work. The TA prepares daily progress reports and maintains progress schedules; checks shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variations; keeps records of quantities and cost of materials used; prepares contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommends payment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor.
• Ensure compliance with the contractor’s health and safety plan.
• Check that delivered materials conform to the contract documents.
• Check contractor’s layout and verify accuracy.
• Prepare and submit daily reports of work performed in accordance with CDR Maguire’s and Owner’s requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Follow and convey instructions.
• Utilize computers and common office equipment.
• Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, sit, and stand.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Wear required personal protective gear/equipment.
• React to hazardous warnings and signals.
• Infrequently perform manual labor.
• Infrequently work in adverse weather conditions.
• Limited exposure to chemicals.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required and as it relates to above duties or as directed by supervisor.
• Provide positive attitude to establish competence and pride in the company.
• Other duties which may be required which are commensurate with the position.

• High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and do basic math computations for length, area, and volume.
• Must have a valid driver license.

CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.