Transportation Construction Inspector-Supervisor

GAI Consultants Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc seeks Transportation Construction Supervisors to oversee field staff on roadway, highway, and bridge projects in Western Pennsylvania. You will supervise inspectors, ensure contract and safety compliance, and coordinate with contractors, engineers, and site teams.

The role emphasizes on-site oversight, accurate documentation, and timely communication to support PennDOT and PA Turnpike projects with travel to multiple project sites.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Proven highway inspector or supervisor experience.
• Knowledge of PennDOT specs and QA/QC principles.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for length, area, and volumes.
• Experience using IPADs for documentation and app navigation.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee a team of inspection staff on-site.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, codes, and specs.
• Communicate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Review progress reports, photos, discrepancies, and corrective actions.
• Inspect shop drawings and contractor quotations for variations.
• Review quantities and costs of materials; monitor erosion and stormwater controls.
• Approve progress payment claims and prepare recommended payments.
• Attend site meetings and manage time effectively.

Skills

Staff supervision

Effective communication

Field inspection

Documentation

Team collaboration

Valid driver's license

Education

Civil engineering degree

Construction management degree

Tools

IPADs

Job description

GAI Consultants, a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking qualified and experienced Transportation Construction Supervisors for work on transportation infrastructure projects throughout Western Pennsylvania for PennDOT, PA Turnpike, and local municipalities. Advance your career in the rewarding transportation field. This role involves supervision of staff and construction oversight with a wide range of technical responsibilities focused on roadway, highway and bridge construction projects. In this position, you will be responsible for the supervision and oversight of field staff for the inspection, monitoring and documentation of all aspects of construction activities including but not limited to the essential functions outlined below. TCI-S positions are essential parts of the construction process and offer a rewarding and meaningful career in the transportation construction industry. Be a part of our great team.

Essential Functions:

• Supervision and oversight of a team of inspection staff to monitor, inspect and document daily on-site construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with the contract documents and applicable state and local codes by the contractor.
• Responsible for effective communications 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.
• Oversight and reviews of daily inspection progress reports, photographs, discrepancies, and corrective actions.
• Checks shop drawings and contractors' quotations for variation.
• Reviews and approves records of quantities and cost of materials used.
• Reviews reports for erosion and stormwater BMP's and controls for proper functions.
• Reviews and approves contractors' periodic progress payment claims and recommended payment.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Effective time management skills.
• Attend site meetings.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Ensure compliance with contractor and GAI health and safety plan.
• Environmental site conditions. Hot weather/cold weather environments.
• Adherence to project safety requirements, wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to navigate active construction sites including traversing uneven, frozen, and muddy ground around possible live traffic conditions.
• Travel to and from project sites as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree, or Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in civil engineering or construction management. Other BS degrees considered.
• Proven work experience as a highway inspector or supervisor.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction standards, PennDOT specifications, and QA/QC principles.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for computing length, area, and volumes.
• Ability to utilize technology for documentation. IPAD's and app navigation.
• Working in a collaborative and team environment.
• Eager to lead with ownership, stay focused on what matters most, and thrive in a fast-paced setting that promotes ongoing personal and professional development
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Required Certifications (any or any combination):

• ACI Concrete Field Technician Grade 1
• PennDOT Concrete Certification
• PennDOT Guiderail Installation, Inspection, and Maintenance Certification (preferred)
• NECEPT Concrete Field Testing Technician
• NECEPT Asphalt Field Technician
• NICET Levels II, III, or IV in Highway Construction
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years transportation construction experience as a TCI-3 with required certifications.
• TCI-S 1 or 2 Classification and pay scale based on experience and certifications.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthat'scommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Marketbased, competitive compensation
• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Companypaid short-term and long-term disability
• Companypaid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications