Transportation Construction Inspector

GAI Consultants a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking qualified Transportation Construction Inspectors for work on transportation infrastructure projects throughout Western Pennsylvania for PennDOT PA Turnpike and local municipalities. Advance your career in the rewarding transportation field. This role involves a range of technical responsibilities focused on roadway highway and bridge construction this position you will be responsible for the inspection monitoring and documentation of all aspects of construction activities including but not limited to the essential functions outlined below. TCI positions are essential parts of the construction process and offer a rewarding and meaningful career in the transportation construction industry. Be a part of our great team. Start today and apply.

Essential Functions

• Monitor inspect and document daily on-site construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with the contract documents and applicable state and local codes by the contractor.
• Responsible for consulting with contractors consultants engineers job superintendents and others in matters related to plans specifications materials equipment and the methods practices and safety precautions involved in construction and installation of the work.
• Prepares and maintains daily inspection progress reports photographs discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Checks shop drawings and contractors quotations for variation.
• Maintains records of quantities and cost of materials used.
• Monitors and documents erosion and stormwater BMPs and controls for proper functions.
• Prepares contractors periodic progress payment claims and recommended payment.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Attend site meetings.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ensure compliance with contractor and GAI health and safety plan.
• Environmental site conditions. Hot weather/cold weather environments.
• Adherence to project safety requirements wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to navigate active construction sites including traversing uneven frozen and muddy ground around possible live traffic conditions.
• Travel to and from project sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma GED.
• Some secondary education Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferably in civil engineering or construction management. Other BS degrees considered.
• Basic mathematical calculations for computing length area and volumes.
• Effective communication skills.
• Effective time management.
• Ability to utilize technology for documentation. IPADs and app navigation.
• Working in a collaborative and team environment.
• Strong desire to build a career in the Transportation Industry by obtaining valuable industry certifications.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACI Concrete Field Technician Grade 1
• PennDOT Concrete Certification
• PennDOT Guiderail Installation Inspection and Maintenance Certification
• NECEPT Concrete Field Testing Technician
• NECEPT Asphalt Field Technician
• NICET Levels I II III or IV in Highway Construction
• Minimum of two (2) years transportation construction experience or six (6months) PennDOT experience as a Technical Assistant 2 (TA-2) or higher
• TCI 12 or 3- Classification and pay scale based on experience

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Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Marketbased competitive compensation
• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical dental and vision plans
• Companypaid short-term and long-term disability
• Companypaid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holidayuse it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity paternity and adoption leave

Growth Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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