Transportation Construction Inspector-Supervisor
GAI Consultants Inc.
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Job summary
GAI Consultants is seeking Transportation Construction Supervisors to oversee field staff on road, highway, and bridge projects in Western Pennsylvania. You will supervise inspection teams, ensure contract and code compliance, and manage daily documentation from active sites.
The role requires a civil engineering or construction management background, strong QA/QC knowledge, and proven highway inspection experience. Travel to multiple project sites in the region is expected.
Qualifications
- Associate or BS in civil engineering or construction management.
- Proven highway inspector or supervisor experience.
- Knowledge of PennDOT specs and QA/QC.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations for lengths, areas, and volumes.
- Proficient with field documentation using tablets/apps.
- Team-oriented with leadership mindset.
Responsibilities
- Supervise inspection staff and document daily on-site construction activities.
- Ensure contract compliance with documents and codes.
- Communicate with contractors, consultants, engineers, and job superintendents.
- Review daily inspection reports, photos, discrepancies, and corrective actions.
- Check shop drawings and contractor quotations for variations.
- Review quantities and costs of materials.
- Review erosion control and BMPs for proper function.
- Approve contractors' payment claims and recommendations.
- Attend site meetings.
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array 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 team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
- Market based, competitive compensation
- Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
- An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
- Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
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