Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector to inspect highway construction work, ensure compliance with plans and standards, and assist in field documentation and testing. You will work with contractors, survey teams, and agency staff to resolve issues and keep projects on schedule.

You will perform diary entries, estimate reviews, sketches, and quantity tracking while adhering to environmental practices and safety standards.

Qualifications

• One year as an Engineering Technician or equivalent, or
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1, or
• Three years of highway/bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection experience, or
• Three years in quality control of materials or construction with blueprint reading, or
• One year of construction inspection experience with an related associate’s degree, or
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Construction Inspection: review materials and workmanship for compliance
• Testing Support: perform compaction checks and observe placement of concrete, asphalt, and drainage materials
• Project Documentation: record diary entries, prepare estimates, review sketches, track quantities
• Field Coordination: work with contractors, survey teams, and agency staff to resolve problems
• Regulation Compliance: ensure activities follow standards and environmental practices
• Winter Duties: perform tasks during winter operations

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

THE POSITION

The Transportation Construction Inspector position with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation offers a chance to help build safe and reliable roads across our communities. This role allows you to work outdoors, learn technical skills, and support important construction projects. You will be part of a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and public service. This is a great opportunity to grow your career while helping improve transportation across the state.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on inspecting highway construction work to ensure it meets all plans, standards, and regulations. You will help document progress, complete testing, and support project staff in the field. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• Construction Inspection: Review materials, workmanship, and all phases of transportation construction for compliance
• Testing Support: Perform compaction checks and observe placement of concrete, asphalt, and drainage materials
• Project Documentation: Record diary entries, prepare estimates, review sketches, and track quantities for project records
• Field Coordination: Work with contractors, survey teams, and agency staff to resolve problems and maintain progress
• Regulation Compliance: Ensure construction activities follow all applicable standards, procedures, and environmental practices
• Winter Duties: Carry out tasks assigned by the Supervisor during winter operations

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Note: This position will cover work projects in Pike and Wayne Counties.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime may be required based on work assignments.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• 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 or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics; or
• One year of construction inspection experience, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires 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 information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.