Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor
About The Position
This role provides supervision, inspection, and office support within the Permit Unit to ensure timely and accurate issuance of Highway Occupancy Permits. This specialized work helps maintain safe, compliant, and well-organized construction activities across county roadways. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, you will perform the following duties: Office Supervision: Oversee operations of the county permit office and guide staff in reviewing and issuing permits Staff Management: Plan and assign duties, review performance, and maintain professional working relationships Field Inspection: Inspect materials and workmanship on permit-related construction such as excavation, drainage, and guiderail work Regulation Review: Interpret standards and make independent decisions to resolve on-site technical issues Plan Evaluation: Review plans, verify submissions, and determine restoration and sight distance requirements through field measurements Compliance Monitoring: Identify violations, prescribe corrective actions, and verify that permitted work meets department regulations.
Requirements
- One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
- 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
- An equivalent combination of experience and training
- Possession of a valid non- commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent
- Meet the PA residency requirement
Responsibilities
- Oversee operations of the county permit office and guide staff in reviewing and issuing permits
- Plan and assign duties, review performance, and maintain professional working relationships
- Inspect materials and workmanship on permit-related construction such as excavation, drainage, and guiderail work
- Interpret standards and make independent decisions to resolve on-site technical issues
- Review plans, verify submissions, and determine restoration and sight distance requirements through field measurements
- Identify violations, prescribe corrective actions, and verify that permitted work meets department regulations
Benefits
- Telework opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
