Transportation Construction Inspector

CDR Companies; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc. is hiring a Transportation Construction Inspector for projects in Reading, PA. The role involves overseeing contractor compliance, preparing reports, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferred certifications in civil engineering or construction. This position does not offer sponsorship or relocation.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform basic math computations for length, area, and volume.
• Preferred certifications include NICET Level 2, NECEPT, and OSHA 10-Hour.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents and safety plan.
• Check materials and layouts according to specifications.
• Prepare daily reports and maintain progress schedules.

Skills

Effective oral communication

Effective written communication

Basic math computations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post secondary education

BS Civil Engineering

Job description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects around the Reading, PA area for the upcoming construction season in 2025.

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.

Sponsorship or relocation is not provided for this position.

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 the Greater Scranton area 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 can read, write, and communicate in English and do basic math computations for length, area, and volume .

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