Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Start a rewarding career with the Department of Transportation as a Transportation Construction Inspector. This position gives you hands-on experience with construction records, materials reviews, and project support that strengthens our transportation network. You will be part of a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and service to the public. Step into a role where every task helps keep Pennsylvania moving forward. This position plays a key role in supporting construction documentation, field reviews, and project accuracy for transportation projects. The work helps ensure that construction activities meet Department standards and that records are complete and reliable.

Requirements

• One year as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work
• Three years of experience in quality control of materials or building or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics
• One year 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 an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent
• Meet the PA residency requirement

Responsibilities

• Check project records and materials reports for accuracy and compliance with Department policies
• Assist in maintaining construction project documentation using ECMS, PPCC, and mobile applications
• Review calculations and quantities to confirm that submitted costs and payments are correct
• Observe construction activities and traffic control setups to ensure they follow plans and specifications
• Assist with sampling and reviewing materials and collect required certifications for project use

Benefits

• Telework may be an option on an ad-hoc basis
• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Commitment to a diverse workforce
• Values inclusion
• Does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law

What This Job Offers

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