Transportation Construction Inspector Trainee

TranSystems Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector Trainee to join their Construction Services team in Philadelphia. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic environment. The firm is committed to excellence, safety, and sustainability, overseeing every construction phase to ensure projects meet the highest standards. With a focus on professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is perfect for those eager to build a rewarding career in construction management.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently.
• Basic math computation for length, area, and volume.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform assigned duties for construction inspection.
• Participate in daily huddles with field staff.
• Comply with project-specific overtime requirements.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

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:

Gannett Fleming Transystems is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector Trainee to join our Construction Services team in Philadelphia. This entry level position will train new hires to do the duties of a construction inspector.

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment toexcellence,safety,innovation, andsustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety andquality standards.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• 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'll 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.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

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.

Location: Philadelphia

Core Business Hours: will vary based on project deadlines
Employment Status: Full-Time

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