Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field) to lead inspection teams on highway projects across Pennsylvania. You will guide field inspections, ensure work meets approved plans, specs, standards, and contract requirements, and coordinate with vendors in a fast-paced field environment.

Responsibilities include supervising inspection staff, performing technical inspections, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• One year as Transportation Construction Inspector or equivalent.
• Two years of construction inspection experience with an associate’s degree in civil/engineering technology or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a construction inspection team and perform technical inspections on transportation projects.
• Ensure work is completed according to approved plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and coordinating scheduling; monitor safety and quality during field operations.
• Telework may be available part-time after probation; occasional travel and overtime may be required.

Skills

Supervision

Inspection

Field work

Safety standards

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Lead the way on transportation projects that make a lasting difference in communities across Pennsylvania! As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field) with the Department of Transportation, you will guide inspection teams and help ensure highway construction work meets high standards for quality and safety. This position offers the opportunity to combine leadership, technical expertise, and problem-solving in a fast-paced field environment. Take pride in supporting projects that keep people and goods moving every day!

This position supervises a construction inspection team and performs technical inspection work on transportation construction projects. The role helps ensure projects are completed according to approved plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Field), you will perform the following duties:

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.
• You will work closely with vendors, and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Travel and overtime as needed
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days in a 10 day pay period, after successful completion of the probationary period and training program. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the assigned Headquarters or Job Site in District 5. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires 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).

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.