Transportation Construction Inspector D - 11 and D - 12

CDR Companies; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm, seeks Transportation Construction Inspectors for PennDOT Districts 11 & 12 across Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties for the 2026 construction season. The TCI will review plans, monitor safety, prepare daily reports, and coordinate with contractors and engineers.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, reading/writing in English, and basic math; two years of highway/bridge construction experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; basic reading/writing and math skills.
• Two years of transportation/highway/bridge construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; engineer graduates welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure contract compliance.
• Prepare daily progress reports and maintain progress schedules.
• Verify materials, quantities, and testing results; monitor safety and field operations.

Skills

Communication

Reading & writing English

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS Civil Engineering

Tools

OSHA 10-Hour certification

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspectors (PennDOT Districts 11 & 12 – Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland Counties)

Southwest Pennsylvania, United States, Construction Management/Construction Inspection for the 2026 Construction Season.

Ongoing screening will be conducted for staffing of multiple Construction Inspector hires for upcoming projects in PennDOT Districts 11 & 12 (Allegheny, Washington & Westmoreland Counties) for 2026 construction season.

Description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties within PennDOT Districts 11 & 12. 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 PennDOT District 12, Washington County 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 ability to read, write, and communicate in English and do basic math computations for length, area, and volume.

Two years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction experience is preferred, but recent engineer graduates interested in Construction Inspection are encouraged to apply. Must have a valid driver's license.

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.