Transportation Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc., an engineering firm, is hiring Transportation Construction Inspectors for upcoming projects in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area. Candidates must possess relevant experience or education in civil engineering and are required to comply with safety protocols and standards. Competitive benefits and resources for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Support for professional and personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year PennDOT experience or 2 years in construction inspection.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience in highway or bridge construction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare daily progress reports.
• Consult with contractors and maintain records.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math computation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering degree

Construction degree

Bachelor’s of Science in non-Civil Engineering

Tools

NICET certification

Bituminous Field Certification

Concrete Field Technician Certification

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Job description

Job Description

CDR Maguire Inc., a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects around the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area, PennDOT District 4, for the upcoming full construction season in 2025.

Relocation or sponsorship is not available. Local candidates are highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with the contract documents by the contractor.
• Consult with contractors, consultants, engineers, job superintendents, and others on plans, specifications, materials, equipment, methods, practices, and safety precautions involved in construction and installation of the work.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Review shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variations.
• Maintain records of quantities and costs of materials used.
• Prepare contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommend payments.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Travel as required related to duties or as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain a positive attitude to foster competence and pride in the company.
• Perform other duties as required and appropriate for the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, and perform basic math computations related to length, area, and volume.
• Minimum of one (1) year PennDOT experience or higher, or at least 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. Non-inspection personnel can substitute this experience by completing the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules.
• A Civil Engineering or Construction degree can substitute for required experience.
• A Bachelor’s of Science degree in a non-Civil Engineering field, with successful completion of the twelve (12) web-based TCI training modules, can also substitute for experience.

Certifications:

• NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
• NECT 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. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

Benefits

CDR Maguire provides competitive benefits and resources to support professional and personal development. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet individual needs.