Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to lead inspection efforts across projects in District 4, ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance. Telework is not available; duties include supervising staff, coordinating with contractors, and reviewing documentation.

The role covers Pike and Wayne Counties, with a standard 7:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule and full-time employment. Relevant licenses and residency requirements apply as part of employment conditions.

Qualifications

• One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspection efforts to ensure projects are safe and on track.
• Oversee construction inspection activities to support safe, accurate, and compliant project work.
• Verify traffic control devices and construction activities meet required standards.
• Review project records and materials data for proper reporting.
• Provide on-site instruction about construction practices and materials testing.
• Interpret contract requirements and communicate project decisions to staff and contractors.
• Check work orders for compliance and support final project audits.

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology

Job description

Become part of a team that builds and maintains the roads people depend on every day. As the Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor for the Department of Transportation, District 4, you will lead inspection efforts that keep projects safe and on track. This role provides a chance to apply your expertise while guiding others. Step forward and help strengthen the infrastructure of your community.

This role oversees construction inspection activities to support safe, accurate, and compliant project work. It ensures that inspection tasks, documentation, and field decisions align with department policies and project needs. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Work Leadership: Assign tasks to inspection personnel and review their work for accuracy and compliance
• Inspection Oversight: Verify traffic control devices and construction activities meet required standards
• Documentation Review: Examine project records and materials data to ensure proper reporting
• Training Support: Provide on-site instruction about construction practices and materials testing
• Contract Coordination: Interpret contract requirements and communicate project decisions to staff and contractors
• Quality Assurance: Check work orders for compliance and support final project audits

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• This position will cover projects in Pike and Wayne Counties.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This positionrequires possession of a valid non- commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.