Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Field

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework (part-time)

Starting salary $53,008

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation, District 5, seeks a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to lead a construction inspection team and oversee highway projects, ensuring compliance with plans and standards. You will supervise inspection activities, guide field decisions, and mentor staff to support successful project delivery.

The role offers a 7:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule, potential telework up to five days per pay period after probation, and starting salary of

Qualifications

• One year as Transportation Construction Inspector or two years of construction inspection experience with an associate’s degree in civil/engineering related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Valid PA Class C Driver’s License or equivalent are required.
• The position requires residency in Pennsylvania and ability to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inspection activities to ensure compliance with plans, standards, and contract requirements
• Check materials, elevations, stakeouts, and workmanship during construction operations
• Interpret contract requirements and instruct staff in inspection, sampling, and testing methods
• Assist with resolving field issues, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate documentation
• Assign work, evaluate performance, guide staff development, and support training needs
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and staff to share updates and address project concerns

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Field inspection

Communication

Education

Associate degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

If you are eager to advance your career in District 5, this role offers meaningful responsibility and professional growth. The Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor for the Department of Transportation, District 5, helps oversee inspection activities and ensure projects meet required standards. You will lead others, support field decisions, and help guide construction projects to success. Join a team where strong leadership and technical skill are valued every day.

This position leads a construction inspection team and supports the successful delivery of highway construction projects in District 5. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Oversight: Supervise inspection activities to ensure compliance with plans, standards, and contract requirements
• Field Inspection: Check materials, elevations, stakeouts, and workmanship during construction operations
• Technical Guidance: Interpret contract requirements and instruct staff in inspection, sampling, and testing methods
• Problem Solving: Assist with resolving field issues, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate documentation
• Team Leadership: Assign work, evaluate performance, guide staff development, and support training needs
• Communication Support: Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and staff to share updates and address project concerns

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.
• Overtime and travel as needed
• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period after successful completion of probationary period. 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 headquarters office in Allentown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008 (before taxes).
• 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 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).

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.