Transportation Construction Inspector

CDR Maguire Inc.; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc., a leading engineering firm, is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in Pennsylvania. This role involves ensuring contract compliance, preparing progress reports, and consulting with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience, meet minimum qualifications, and hold necessary certifications. Opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of PennDOT experience or 2 years of construction inspection experience.
• High school diploma or GED required; ability to communicate in English.
• Experience may be substituted with relevant degrees or certifications.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Math computation

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering or Construction degree

Bachelor's of Science in a non-Civil Engineering field

Tools

Web-based TCI training modules

NICET certification

OSHA certification

Job description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm, is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in the Lawrence County area, PennDOT District 11, for the upcoming season in 2025.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

1. Travel as required related to duties or as directed by supervisor.
2. Maintain a positive attitude to foster competence and pride in the company.
3. Perform other duties as required, consistent with the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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-inspection, or design experience; non-inspection personnel may substitute this requirement by completing twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules.
• 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 also 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. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

We provide competitive benefits and resources to support employees' professional and personal development, including a comprehensive benefits program to meet individual needs.