Construction Inspector

Construction Inspector (TCI-3) Project PennDOT
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Description
KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
POSITION: CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR (TCI-3) PROJECT PENNDOT
REPORTS TO: DEPARTMENT MANAGER
GENERAL QUALITIES:
- Has excellent communication and writing skills.
- Possesses a thorough knowledge of construction processes.
- Has excellent Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to navigate through company internet-based systems.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be physically able to perform moderately strenuous tasks which include walking along rough terrain, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Is responsible for material testing and construction inspection of concrete or bituminous roadways, bridges, and drainage systems. Maintenance & Protection of Traffic, erosion, and sediment control (E&SC) components, and earthwork.
- Under the direction of the project Supervisor, The Transportation Construction Inspector will monitor and document project activities, confirming that the roadway and/or bridge project is being built in accordance with the plans and specifications.
- Must be proactive and alert project management professionals to issues that may come up in the field.
- Provide solutions to mitigate those problems.
- Review project schedules.
- Inspect various facets of the work on the construction site.
- Take field measurements and perform calculations.
- Must be able to document the work via PennDOTs or the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commissions daily inspection report and various other reports at the end of each day.
- Follow Specifications 408 and RC, BC, TC, and other standards.
- Verify that appropriate materials and construction processes are being used.
- Ensure that construction conforms to the project plans, specifications, and special provisions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsive to Client and other KSE Department needs.
Requirements
CERTIFICATIONS /PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- PennDOT Concrete Technician Certification.
- NECEPT Bituminous Field Technician Certification.
- NICET Level 2 or higher Certification in highway construction.
- American Concrete Institute Certification.
- ECMS experience to create and review PSAs (Daily Project Site Activity Reports), Work Orders and Estimates.
- ECMS CDS/V3 experience and mobile knowledge and understanding to do office documentation.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
- Actively participates in professional development and training and licensing.
KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.