Transportation Construction Inspector

CDR Maguire Inc.; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc., an esteemed engineering firm, seeks Transportation Construction Inspectors for 2025 projects in the Clearfield/State College area. Candidates will ensure compliance with a focus on effective communication and monitoring construction activities. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and relevant experience, with additional education preferred. The role involves significant consulting and reporting responsibilities, as well as opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits packages

Professional development resources

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year PennDOT experience or 2 years of construction inspection experience.
• Ability to perform basic math computations for construction measurements.
• High school diploma or GED required; higher degrees can substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents by the contractor.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Consult with contractors regarding plans, specifications, and safety precautions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Compliance Monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering or Construction degree

Bachelor’s of Science in a non-Civil Engineering field

Tools

NICET Level 2

NECEPT Bituminous certification

ACI/PennDOT Concrete certification

PennDOT/PTC CDS certification

Job description

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor.
• 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.
• Prepares daily progress reports and maintains progress schedules.
• Checks shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variation.
• Maintains records of quantities and cost of materials used.
• Prepares contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommends payment.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required a 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.

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and perform basic math computations for length, area, and volume.
• Minimum of one (1) year PennDOT experience or higher or minimum of two (2) years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction inspection experience.
• Four (4) years of highway or bridge construction, non-highway or bridge inspection, or highway or bridge design experience and non-inspection personnel must successfully complete the twelve (12) web- based TCI training modules can substitute for other required experience.
• Civil Engineering or Construction degree can substitute for needed experience.
• Bachelor’s of Science degree in a non Civil Engineering field with the successful completion of the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules can substitute for needed experience.

The following certifications are preferred:

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

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.