Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Indiana County, PA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Transportation Construction Inspector supports oversight of permitted construction and utility work to ensure compliance with state regulations, Department standards, permit conditions, and safety requirements. The role involves outdoor field inspections, reviewing permit applications and plans, evaluating roadway and site conditions, documenting findings, and communicating with permittees and other stakeholders. The inspector also monitors work-zone traffic control and site practices to protect the public and infrastructure.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available from an approved location in Pennsylvania, subject to change; employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Indiana.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following experience and training pathways: three years of highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection experience; three years of quality control of materials or building/construction industry experience that includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics; one year as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title); two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title); one year of construction inspection experience plus an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or closely related engineering technology; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possess an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect permitted work to verify compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and permit conditions.
• Record daily activities and inspection findings in required logs and files.
• Review permit applications and plans for accuracy and adherence to Department standards.
• Evaluate roadway and site conditions, including sight distance, drainage needs, and safety factors.
• Coordinate with utilities, municipalities, property owners, and contractors to address issues and explain requirements.
• Monitor work-zone traffic control and overall site practices to maintain public safety.

What This Job Offers

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