Transportation Construction Inspector

CDR Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for upcoming projects in Southwest Pennsylvania. This role involves consulting with contractors and ensuring compliance with safety and construction standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant construction experience, with opportunities for recent engineering graduates.

Benefits

Competitive benefits packages

Resources for professional and personal development

Qualifications

• Two years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Recent engineering graduates interested in Construction Inspection encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Consult with contractors and engineers on construction methods and safety precautions.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain schedules.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents and safety plans.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, sit, and stand

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS Civil Engineering

Job description

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Transportation Construction Inspectors (PennDOT Districts 11 & 12 - Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland Counties)

Southwest Pennsylvania, United States, Construction Management/Construction Inspection for Full 2025 Construction Season.

Ongoing screening will be conducted for staffing of multiple Construction Inspector hires for upcoming projects in PennDOT Districts 11 & 12 (Allegheny, Washington & Westmoreland Counties) for 2025 construction season.

For immediate consideration, please apply online and submit your resume. Only qualified candidates will be considered.

Description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties within PennDOT Districts 11 & 12.

The Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) is 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. The TCI prepares daily progress reports and maintains progress schedules; checks shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variations; keeps records of quantities and cost of materials used; prepares contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommends payment.

Essential Functions

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor
• Ensure compliance with the contractor's health and safety plan
• Check that delivered materials conform to the contract documents
• Check contractor's layout and verify accuracy
• Prepare and submit daily reports of work performed in accordance with CDR Maguire's and Owner's requirements
• Effective oral and written communication
• Follow and convey instructions
• Utilize computers and common office equipment
• Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, sit, and stand
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Wear required personal protective gear/equipment
• React to hazardous warnings and signals
• Infrequently perform manual labor
• Infrequently work in adverse weather conditions
• Limited exposure to chemicals

Other Principal Duties

• Travel as required around PennDOT District 12, Washington County 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, GED, or post-secondary education and ability to read, write, and communicate in English and do basic math computations for length, area, and volume.

Two years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction experience is preferred, but recent engineer graduates interested in Construction Inspection are encouraged to apply. Must have a valid driver's license.

The following certifications are preferred:

• BS Civil Engineering
• 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.