Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor oversees bridge inspection activities for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Engineering District 9. The role ensures structural conditions are evaluated accurately and in accordance with national and departmental standards, helping maintain safe and reliable bridges for the public.

The supervisor coordinates inspection access, equipment, and schedules with internal and external partners; maintains inspection records, forms, photographs, and updates in bridge management systems; and compiles findings into organized reports documenting deficiencies and required elements. The role also assigns work, evaluates employee performance, supports development and training, and maintains inspection tools, vehicles, and supplies for safe and efficient field operations.

Requirements

• Meet qualifications for a bridge inspection team leader as defined by the current National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• Possess a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement and be able to perform essential job functions.
• Meet one of the following minimum experience and training pathways: one year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title); two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise bridge inspections and review structural components for safety and compliance.
• Coordinate access, equipment, and scheduling for inspection activities with internal and external partners.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, forms, photographs, and updates in bridge management systems.
• Compile field findings into clear, organized inspection reports addressing deficiencies and required elements.
• Assign tasks, evaluate performance, guide employee development, and support training needs.
• Maintain inspection tools, vehicles, and supplies for safe and efficient field operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree