Transportation Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks Transportation Construction Inspectors for upcoming projects in the Norristown area. This role involves ensuring compliance with contract documents, preparing reports, and consulting with contractors. Suitable candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in transportation inspections.

Benefits

Competitive benefits packages

Resources for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year PennDOT experience or two (2) years of transportation inspection experience.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction can substitute for experience.
• Certifications such as NICET Level 2 in Transportation/Highway Construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents by the contractor.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Consult with contractors on specifications and materials.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math computations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

CDR Maguire Inc., a multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in Norristown/King of Prussia area, PennDOT District 6 for the upcoming season in 2025.

Sponsorship or relocation is not provided for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor.
• 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.
• Prepares daily progress reports and maintains progress schedules.
• Checks shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variation.
• Maintains records of quantities and cost of materials used.
• Prepares contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommends payment.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required a 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and perform basic math computations for length, area, and volume.
• Minimum of one (1) year PennDOT experience or higher or minimum of 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 and non-inspection personnel must successfully complete the twelve (12) web- based TCI training modules can substitute for other required experience.
• Civil Engineering or Construction degree can substitute for needed experience.
• Bachelor’s of Science degree in a non Civil Engineering field with the successful completion of the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules can substitute for needed experience.

The following certifications are :

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

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

Benefits

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.