Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) (35764)

Urban Engineers; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee highway projects in Pennsylvania. This role involves inspecting construction sites, ensuring compliance with plans, and documenting contractor activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in highway construction and possess relevant certifications. Join a company that values career advancement and offers comprehensive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about infrastructure and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Incentives

Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transportation Inspector on PennDOT projects or similar.
• Must have two certifications: NICET, NECEPT Asphalt, or NECEPT/PennDOT Concrete.

Responsibilities

• Inspect highways and bridges to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Document daily activities and facilitate communication among teams.

Skills

Highway Construction Inspection

Communication Skills

Documenting Field Activities

Navigating Construction Sites

Basic Computer Skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer's License (PE)

Tools

PennDOT ECMS v3

Electronic Tablets

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) (35764)

Join to apply for the Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) (35764) role at Urban Engineers.

Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Erie, Allentown, Scranton, Mechanicsburg, State College, and Williamsport, to join the Construction Management Department as Transportation Construction Inspectors (TCI-1, TCI-2, TCI-3) for highway construction projects.

This position will be responsible for:

1. Inspecting highways and bridges, ensuring construction conforms to plans and specifications.
2. Documenting field activities performed by contractors daily and representing the client.
3. Facilitating communication between the inspection team, contractor, and client daily.
4. Additional tasks may include: Project Site Activity (PSA) reports, electronic device usage, processing payments, issuing work authorizations, monitoring project schedules.

Job Requirements

Minimum requirements for Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI):

• Previous experience as a TA on PennDOT projects, or
• Two years of transportation highway construction inspection experience, or
• Four years of highway construction experience.

Must have two of the following certifications: NICET (Highway Construction), NECEPT Asphalt, or NECEPT/PennDOT Concrete. A B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or similar can substitute for experience. A Professional Engineer's License (PE) can also substitute for experience.

Additional Requirements

• PennDOT ECMS v3 and PPCC experience (preferred).
• Basic computer skills for using electronic tablets and reviewing construction drawings/specifications.
• Ability to navigate construction sites in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Work hours may include day, night, and weekend shifts depending on operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must own a vehicle, possess a valid driver’s license, and will receive mileage reimbursement.

Pay Rate

$23.94 - $31.05/hour, depending on experience.

Incentive

$1,000 sign-on bonus, paid 50% in the first paycheck and 50% after 90 days of employment.

Locations

Warrendale, PA; Erie, PA; Pittsburgh, PA. This position requires onsite work; remote options are not available.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Certification Incentives

Application Instructions

Please include a PDF or Word document version of your resume.

About Urban Engineers

Urban Engineers values its people, offering career advancement, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities through Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services across various infrastructure sectors, focusing on innovation, technical excellence, and on-time delivery.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and value diversity.