Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to support the Highway Occupancy Program. This role combines office and field duties to ensure permits are reviewed, construction activities inspected, and safety standards maintained.

You will interpret drawings and regulations, guide permit processes, and collaborate with teams to document and improve workflows. A career with the Commonwealth emphasizes public safety and reliable transportation infrastructure.

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 or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics; or
• 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
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Permit Administration: Review permit requests and coordinate program activities to meet Department goals
• Construction Oversight: Inspect work sites to verify compliance with safety rules, standards, and permit conditions
• Customer Service: Provide guidance and information to applicants, contractors, and members of the public
• Team Coordination: Support employees by sharing knowledge, improving workflows, and encouraging quality efforts
• Resource Management: Organize administrative tasks to maintain accurate documentation and efficient office operations
• Standards Interpretation: Evaluate drawings, plans, and regulations to determine proper requirements and solutions

Skills

Highway surveying

Blueprint reading

Construction inspection

Education

Associate's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

THE POSITION

Take part in important transportation work as a Transportation Construction Inspector with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. This role places you in both office and field settings where you will help support safe and efficient travel. You will gain hands‑on experience while ensuring that projects meet standards and follow required procedures. Join a team that works together to build a stronger future for local communities.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the Highway Occupancy Program by reviewing construction activities, guiding permit processes, and helping maintain safe transportation conditions. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• Permit Administration: Review permit requests and coordinate program activities to meet Department goals
• Construction Oversight: Inspect work sites to verify compliance with safety rules, standards, and permit conditions
• Customer Service: Provide guidance and information to applicants, contractors, and members of the public
• Team Coordination: Support employees by sharing knowledge, improving workflows, and encouraging quality efforts
• Resource Management: Organize administrative tasks to maintain accurate documentation and efficient office operations
• Standards Interpretation: Evaluate drawings, plans, and regulations to determine proper requirements and solutions

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.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part‑time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Hollidaysburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827 (before taxes).
• 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

• 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 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
• 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 Requirement

• 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.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.