Transportation Construction Inspector

CDR Maguire Inc.; Clearfield (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in the Clearfield/State College area for the 2025 construction season. The role involves ensuring compliance with construction contracts, preparing reports, and requiring a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will possess certifications and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Resources for professional and personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum one year PennDOT experience or two years construction inspection experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform basic math computations.
• Civil Engineering degree can substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents by contractors.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Consult with contractors, engineers, and maintain records of materials.

Skills

Communication

Basic Math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering or Construction degree

Bachelor’s of Science degree in a non-Civil Engineering field

Tools

NICET certification

OSHA 10-Hour certification

Job description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm, is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects around the Clearfield/State College area for the upcoming full construction season in 2025.

Sponsorship or relocation is not provided for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor.
• Consult with contractors, consultants, engineers, job superintendents, and others regarding plans, specifications, materials, equipment, methods, practices, and safety precautions involved in construction and installation of the work.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Check shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variations.
• Maintain records of quantities and costs of materials used.
• Prepare contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommend payments.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required related to duties or as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain a positive attitude to foster competence and pride in the company.
• Perform other duties as required, which are commensurate with the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, and perform basic math computations related to length, area, and volume.
• Minimum of one (1) year PennDOT experience or higher, or at least two (2) years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction inspection experience.
• Four (4) years of highway or bridge construction, non-highway or bridge inspection, or highway or bridge design experience. Non-inspection personnel must complete the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules, which can substitute for other experience.
• A Civil Engineering or Construction degree can substitute for experience.
• A Bachelor’s of Science degree in a non-Civil Engineering field, with successful completion of the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules, can substitute for experience.

Preferred Certifications:

• NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
• NECEPT Bituminous field certification
• ACI/PennDOT Concrete field technician certification
• PennDOT/PTC CDS certification
• ECMS experience
• OSHA 10-Hour certification

Note: 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 offers competitive benefits and resources for professional and personal development. We support our employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program that provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.