Transportation Construction Inspector Trainee

TranSystems; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for an entry-level construction inspector role. This position offers the opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic environment, focusing on ensuring adherence to plans and specifications while engaging with a diverse team. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, making it an excellent place for recent graduates or those looking to start their careers in construction inspection. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role is perfect for those eager to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Access to company vehicle

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) company match

Competitive vacation accrual

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently.

Responsibilities

• Train to perform duties of a construction inspector.
• Ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Participate in daily huddles with field staff.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

Entry level position to train to do the duties of a construction inspector.

• Learn to perform assigned duties to specific activities to assure plans, specifications, standards and Q.C. Plans are adhered to.
• Comply with the District and project specific overtime requirements.
• Meet with the Department Supervisor or Consultant Supervisor daily, or as required, to receive instructions and assignments.
• Complete PSA’s and work sheets daily.
• Request from Manager/ Supervisor assistance for any instruction or assignment in the inspection of materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with contract requirements and established standards.
• Participates in daily huddles with field staff.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to read, write, and communicate fluently and do basic math computation for length, area, and volume.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to company vehicle for inspection work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD.
• 401(k) company match.
• Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.

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