Transportation Construction Inspector District 3

CDR Companies; Columbia (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits packages

Resources for professional development

Job summary

CDR Companies is looking for Transportation Construction Inspectors for the 2026 season, covering various counties in Pennsylvania. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with contract documents, preparing daily reports, and monitoring safety procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction inspection. Certifications such as NICET Level 1 are preferred. Competitive benefits are provided to support employees' professional and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in English.
• 3-5 years of construction inspection experience required.
• Ability to perform basic math computations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contract documents by the contractor.
• Prepare and submit daily reports of work performed.
• Check that delivered materials conform to contract documents.

Skills

Compliance monitoring

Effective communication

Basic math computations

Job site safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for the 2026 season in various counties across District 3.

The Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) is responsible for consulting with contractors, consultants, engineers, job superintendents, PA Turnpike staff, and others in matters related to the plans, specifications, materials, equipment, methods, practices, and safety precautions involved in construction and installation of the contractor's work. The TCI prepares daily progress reports to document the work activities that were inspected; maintains progress schedules; reviews contractor's submissions and quotations for variations; keeps records of quantities and cost of materials used; prepares contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommends payment.

Relocation or sponsorship is not available. Local candidates highly desirable

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 Harrisburg 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

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education and can read, write, and clearly communicate in English and perform basic math computations associated with Heavy Highway construction projects
• 3-5 Years minimum of Construction Inspection experience

The following certifications and experience are preferred

• NICET Level 1 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.

Benefits

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.