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Transportation Construction Inspector

Location
Philadelphia, PA
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-07-24

Job description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.
Makes field notes and computations
Gathers, reviews and maintains project records (using PennDOT ECMS and other systems)
Witness routine sampling and tests on concrete, soils and other materials
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills
Strong computer proficiency
Active driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle
Must successfully complete and pass JMT’s Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)
1-4 years of Construction Inspection Experience (Transportation preferred)
Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Client Requested certifications (required to meet TCI-3 qualifications), including:
NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
NECEPT-Bituminous Field Technician
PennDOT Concrete Field Technician (ACI Concrete Field Technician is prerequisite)
CDS NeXtGen and/or ECMS Wave 5

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