Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor

JMT; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to lead inspection activities for infrastructure projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, supervising inspection staff, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in construction inspection and hold relevant certifications. Join a 100% employee-owned firm that values career growth and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to vital projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

Paid Travel Expenses

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development with Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Transportation, Highway or Bridge Construction Inspection.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities and ensure compliance with plans and regulations.
• Coordinate inspection activities and maintain project records.

Skills

Owner's Agent Role

Computer proficiency

NECEPT- Bituminous Field Technician

PennDOT Concrete Field Technician

Active driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

PennDOT ECMS

construction inspection tools

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

Allentown, PA • ID: 22937 • Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT’s Allentown, PA Construction Management Team is seeking qualified and experienced Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisors for highway, bridge, and other infrastructure projects within the PennDOT District 5-0 region, Reading, PA/Berks County area. The successful candidate will supervise standard inspection procedures of construction activities on behalf of our clients (primarily PennDOT) for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations
• Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
• Oversee, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all project phases
• Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes
• Make field notes and computations
• Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues
• Witness routine sampling and tests on concrete, soils and other materials
• Gather and maintain project records (using PennDOT ECMS and other systems)
• Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries

Additional Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Day or night shift, as required

Required Skills

• Ability to act in an Owner's Agent/Responsible in Charge Role
• Computer proficiency
• Current Client Requested Certifications, including:
• NECEPT- Bituminous Field Technician
• PennDOT Concrete Field Technician (ACI Concrete Field Technician is prerequisite)
• Active driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)
• 4+ years of Transportation, Highway or Bridge Construction Inspection Experience

Preferred Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering
• NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation Highway Construction
• Supervisory experience in construction management or inspection projects
• CDS V-3 and/or ECMS Wave 5 certification or experience

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• Paid Travel Expenses
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development, including Educational Reimbursement
• And more…

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.