Transportation Construction Inspector

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector in State College, PA. The ideal candidate should possess strong computer skills, an active driver's license, and 1-4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include reviewing construction plans, performing tests on materials, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role demands physical ability to perform tasks in diverse working conditions. A high school diploma is required, with further education preferred. This position is full-time and offers opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of Roadway Construction Inspection Experience.
• Previous PennDOT and or PA Turnpike Inspection Experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts and specifications.
• Perform routine tests on concrete, soils and materials.
• Measure dimensions and verify compliance to plans and codes.

Skills

Strong computer proficiency

Active driver's license

Reliable motor vehicle

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

NICET Level 1 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction

NECEPT-Bituminous and Concrete Field Technician

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician

CDS NeXtGen and/or ECMS Wave 5

Job description

Overview

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position

Transportation Construction Inspector

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

Location: State College, PA

ID: 25122

Full-Time/Regular

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations
• Performs routine tests on concrete, soils and other materials
• Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.
• Gathers and maintains record documents
• Makes field notes and computations

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong computer proficiency
• Active driver\'s license and reliable motor vehicle
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT\'s Motor Vehicle screening

Preferred Skills

• Client Requested certifications, including: NICET Level 1 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
• NECEPT-Bituminous and Concrete Field Technician
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician
• CDS NeXtGen and/or ECMS Wave 5

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)
• 1-4 years of Roadway Construction Inspection Experience
• Previous PennDOT and or PA Turnpike Inspection Experience

Preferred Experience

• Associate\'s or bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.