Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to join their dynamic team. This role involves hands-on inspection of materials and ensuring compliance with rigorous quality standards. You will have the opportunity to work both in the field and remotely, making a significant impact on transportation projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in highway or bridge construction, along with a passion for ensuring quality and safety. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position that offers both office and fieldwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, or inspection.
• Possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Verify testing procedures and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Monitor shipments to confirm quality of delivered materials.

Skills

Highway Surveying

Bridge Inspection

Quality Control

Blueprint Interpretation

Construction Inspection

Education

Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering

Equivalent Training in Engineering

Job description

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2025-21038-10620). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 17, 2025 TO MARCH 30, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you ready to embrace a thrilling role with the Department of Transportation that allows you to transition from an office setting to getting your boots on the ground? If this sounds appealing, consider becoming a Transportation Construction Inspector with Engineering District 11-0. In this position, you will engage in a variety of technical tasks, including inspecting materials to verify they meet specifications, contract requirements, and established quality control plans. If this unique opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for verifying the precision of all testing procedures in accordance with Pennsylvania Test Method (PTM) protocols and relevant standards set by the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). You will also ensure the correctness of laboratory reports. Additionally, you will monitor shipments to confirm that the quality of delivered materials complies with specifications, ensuring that weigh slips accurately reflect the quantities shipped.

Daily responsibilities include ensuring transportation projects adhere to all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Support is available for evaluating project materials at construction sites and district offices, either on-site or remotely. This involves verifying records for compliance with source approvals, certification requirements, quantities, and sampling/testing standards. Equipment calibration from both the Department and vendors, including scales and testing instruments, is also confirmed. Further, product design procedures are assessed, and hands-on Local Acceptance (HOLA) testing is conducted as necessary.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will work closely with vendors, and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Schedule may be subject to change due to seasonal/operational needs.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on an ad-hoc basis, with manager’s approval. To telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters in Bridgeville.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work; or
• Three years of experience in quality control of materials or building/construction industry, including reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics; or
• One year as an Engineering Technician (or equivalent Federal job title); or
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (or equivalent Federal job title); or
• One year of construction inspection experience, with an associate's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement: Possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more info, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Provide relevant, detailed experience/education on the application. Resumes and cover letters are not reviewed.
• Attach unofficial transcripts if claiming education in your application.
• Submit your application by the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
• Failure to follow application instructions may eliminate you from consideration.

Veterans:

• Employment preference is available for qualified veterans. More info at www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities).

If accommodations are needed due to a disability for the interview, discuss this with the interviewer in advance.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as your exam. No separate written exam is required.
• Your score depends on the information provided in your application and responses.
• Your score is valid only for this posting.
• Only one application/test submission is allowed.
• Results will be sent via email.