Transportation Construction Inspector Berks County District 5

CDR Companies; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc. is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects around the Berks County District 5 area, Allentown and surrounding regions.

The role involves inspecting construction activities, reviewing plans, and ensuring adherence to specifications, safety plans and quality controls. The position requires coordination with contractors, daily reporting, and potential travel in the Greater Scranton area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• BS Civil Engineering preferred for advanced work.
• NICET Level 2+ in Transportation/Highway Construction preferred.
• Bituminous field certification preferred.
• Concrete field technician certification preferred.
• CDS certification preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with contractors, consultants, engineers and superintendents on plans, specifications, materials, equipment and safety.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Check shop drawings and quotations for variations; track quantities and costs.
• Prepare contractors’ progress payment claims and recommend payment.
• Travel as required within the Greater Scranton area related to duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Reading/writing English

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

OSHA 10-Hour certification

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector Berks County District 5

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Aug 12, 2026

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects around the Berks County District 5 area.

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

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 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.

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

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.

Miami-based, multi-disciplinary firm providing engineering, emergency management, and health & medical services.

CDR Companies, founded in 1938, excels in engineering consulting, disaster recovery, and health services, delivering innovative solutions across the nation for diverse public needs.

Business Consulting and Services Professional Services

Company size 201–500 employees

Company type Privately held Founded 1938

Total funding 0

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2% in 12 mo

399 employees on LinkedIn

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Where they work

11740 SW 80th St, 102, Miami, Florida 33183, US 1215 Manor Dr, Suite 201, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17055, US 700 West 23rd Street, Bldg. G59, Panama City, FL 32405, US 3230 W Commercial Blvd., Suite 290, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33309, US 311 West Main Street, Suite 2, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601, US 139 North St, Suite 201, McDonald, Pennsylvania 15057, US 2600 Lake Lucien Dr, #117, Maitland, Florida 32751, US 178 Thorn Hill Rd, Suite 200, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15086, US 117 Chapman Street, Suite 010, Providence , Rhode Island 02905, US 8204 Westglen Dr, Houston, Texas 77063, US 313 Norton Dr, Suite 200, Tallahassee, Florida 32308, US 35 Village Road, Suite 100, Middleton, MA 01949, US

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Location Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States