Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI 2)

RK&K; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors for projects in Eastern Pennsylvania. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of transportation construction inspection experience or 4+ years in construction. Responsibilities include oversight of quality control operations, daily inspection reports, and communication with clients. RK&K offers competitive compensation, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of transportation construction inspection experience, or four years in related construction.
• NICET Highway Construction Inspection Level 2 preferred.
• Ability to navigate construction sites in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor's quality control operations.
• Complete Daily Sampling and Testing Reports.
• Communicate daily with clients and contractors.

Skills

Transportation construction inspection experience

Highway construction experience

Ability to use Microsoft Office

Field inspection experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science degree in a non-Civil Engineering field

Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Active Professional Engineers License (PE)

Tools

Electronic tablet

Computer

Job description

RK&K is currently seeking Transportation Construction Inspectors, Supervisors, and Managers (TCI, TCIS, TCM) for PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and Municipal highway and bridge projects throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. This is a field position that will work primarily at specific construction sites within Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill counties in PennDOT District 5. Ideal candidates will have at least two (2) years of transportation construction inspection experience, OR, at least four (4) years of construction industry experience (preferably heavy highway/bridge construction). RK&K also hires those with related experiences such as military, and surveyor experience.

Essential Function

• Work on various roadway and bridge projects within the region's geographic area
• Oversight of contractor's quality control operations
• Quality Assurance sampling and testing
• Completion of Daily Sampling and Testing Reports
• Daily Inspection Reports (PSA's or IDR's)
• Daily communication with client, contractor, and field project personnel

Required Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience as a PennDOT Technical Assistant
• Or (2) two years minimum of transportation, highway, or bridge construction inspection experience
• Or (4) four (4) years minimum of highway or bridge construction, non-highway or bridge inspection, or highway or bridge design experience
• Or Possess a Transportation Technology Construction Inspection certification received through an accredited Technology program approved by the Department
• Or Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in a non-Civil Engineering field
• Or Holds an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Or Holds a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Or Holds an active Professional Engineers License (PE)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• NICET Highway Construction Inspection Level 2 (or higher)
• NECEPT Asphalt/Bituminous Field Testing Technician Certification
• ACI/PennDOT Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification
• Experience using PennDOT ECMS v3 and PPCC
• Experience performing field inspections for roadway and bridge construction projects
• Ability to use an electronic tablet and computer and Microsoft Office products required
• Ability to navigate construction sites in different terrain and weather conditions required
• Ability to work day and/or night shifts, based on the type of operation taking place required
• Ability to multitask project assignments and to work independently required
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering License
• Applicants must have their own vehicle and a valid driver's license

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer industry leading compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, much more!