Transportation Construction Inspection Manager

STV • Douglassville, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking experienced Construction Inspection Managers for its Pennsylvania Transportation group. These roles will focus on PennDOT and PA Turnpike highway and bridge construction projects, with field locations in the Lehigh Valley, Northeastern PA, and Philadelphia regions. Clients include PennDOT Districts 4, 5, and 6, and the PA Turnpike Commission. The positions require significant experience in highway and bridge construction inspection, supervisory/management experience, and relevant certifications. A strong understanding of PennDOT and PA Turnpike construction specifications, documentation systems, and electronic applications is essential. The role involves directing inspection staff, reviewing contractor work, preparing reports, maintaining site presence, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Requirements

• 8-10 plus years of highway and/or bridge construction inspection experience.
• 5-10 years of project supervisory/management-level experience.
• NICET Level IV Certification in Highway Construction preferred (an active Professional Engineering license may be considered in lieu of NICET Certification).
• HS Diploma (or GED).
• Pertinent certifications.
• Working knowledge of PennDOT and/or PA Turnpike electronic documentation systems.
• Strong working experience with PennDOT’s and/or the PTC’s Construction Documentation Systems, PennDOT’s ECMS system, and associated PenniPad-based electronic documentation applications.
• Strong knowledge of PennDOT highway and bridge construction specifications, standards, materials, and work methods.
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and pdf software, i.e., Adobe or Blue Beam).
• Excellent math skills as required to make linear, area, and volume measurements and calculate items of work in proper measurement and payment units, and review and perform quality checks on the work of the project staff.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Managerial skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• Ability to work nights and weekends when required by clients and project construction schedules.

Nice To Haves

• AS or BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Professional Engineer’s (PE) license.
• FE/EIT certificate.
• Certifications and training in Stormwater Management, Guiderail/Attenuator installation, Traffic Control, and OSHA/Safety.
• Knowledge of PPCC (PennDOT) and/or Kahua (PTC) project management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the activities of Construction Inspection staff.
• Advise and mentor project staff.
• Review contractor’s procedures, materials, and work product for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Perform monitoring and documentation of project inspection operations.
• Work with the project team to potentially improve construction methods and resolve construction problems.
• Prepare, review, and edit written inspection reports on work in progress and completed work, including quantity calculations, materials, methods, and equipment used, and costs.
• Facilitate witnessing and documenting materials testing and certification processes.
• Work with CM and client staff to adjust work schedules as indicated by reports.
• Maintain a physical presence on the project site(s) to have personal knowledge of project issues, support project CI staff, support the client and CM staff, and facilitate quick resolutions to construction issues.
• Assist client and/or the CM team in documenting and reviewing construction project activities, materials testing, and certifications, tracking status of operations, and providing background information and support for contractor payments and change orders.
• Work in a safe manner and within company, project, and OSHA safety guidelines on a highway/bridge construction site and guide the project staff in matters of safety.
• Safely operate a personal vehicle along, approaching, and/or within construction zones, including detour routes.
• Attend training sessions and classes to obtain additional inspection and safety certifications and maintain certifications.
• Encourage and assist CI staff in attending training and obtaining/maintaining certifications.
• Advise clients on construction activities with regard to federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations.
• Support CI staff and clients in documentation and resolution of issues regarding environmental permit requirements, public safety and traffic control, and site safety.
• Assist in close-out of project documentation, contractor payments, punch list completion, project quantity reconciliation, permit closeouts, and other final project certifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED