Transportation Construction Inspector - Utilities

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to oversee and inspect the construction of roadway and site improvement projects, primarily involving stormwater, water, and sewer facilities in southeast Pennsylvania. The Construction Inspector will serve as the client's representative, working closely with clients like the Philadelphia Water Dept., City of Philadelphia, PennDOT, and SEPTA. Responsibilities include ensuring contract adherence, attending project meetings, documenting progress, and monitoring construction quality and safety. Immigration sponsorship is not available, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge and considerable experience in maintenance & protection of traffic, earthwork, roadway, structure and bridge, and/or maintenance construction techniques, plans reading, procedures, methods, equipment and materials.
A working knowledge of stormwater drainage and management facilities, water/sewer utilities, erosion and sediment control construction practices is desired.
Must have excellent communication and writing skills to facilitate interaction between inspection staff, contractor personnel and owner representatives.
Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
Active driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required for significant local travel to and from work locations.
Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Additional course work or training in road/bridge construction, civil engineering, project management, materials or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training demonstrating the ability to perform job duties desired.
Professional Engineer’s License or NICET certification (any Level).
NECEPT Bituminous Technician.
PennDOT Concrete Field Technician Certification.
ACI Concrete Field Technician I.

Responsibilities

Independently plan, coordinate, inspect and/or oversee day-to-day project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance through review, interpretation and enforcement of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards.
Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation (inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders, estimates, etc.) and verify that it accurately details construction progress, activities and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, comply with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance.
Attend pre-bid, pre-construction and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with issuance of project correspondences, and provide updates to the client of construction progress and issues.
Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries and resolve field issues.