Construction Inspector - NW Maryland and SW Pennsylvania - CES Consulting

Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)

Southern PA and Northern MD

CES Consulting, LLC, is an engineering and construction management firm focused on quality, safety, compliance, innovation, and value. The firm was founded in 2010 by three professionals passionate about resolving complex construction, time, and cost issues to ensure that transportation and civil infrastructure are safe, durable, and compliant. Over the years, CES expanded its services to include utility management, construction at-risk, and civil engineering services.

We are hiring Inspectors to support our growing team in Southern Pennsylvania.

Position Summary:

CES is seeking Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) professionals to join our team for the following areas of Southern Pennsylvania.

PADOT District 6-0 Chester, Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware, Philadelphia Counties

PADOT District 8-0 Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Franklin, Adams, York, Lancaster Counties

NOTE: Interested applicants from Northern Maryland are encouraged to apply.

As a Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) you will be responsible for ensuring that construction projects are compliant with contract requirements by reviewing and interpreting plans, contract documents and specifications. TCI’s will also perform testing on construction materials for quality assurance and inspect workmanship to be certain of quality and conformance. In addition, TCI’s will prepare daily reports and maintain progress schedules and keep records of quantities and materials used.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be able to work in a team environment to plan, coordinate, inspect, and oversee construction project activities for roadway, structure, and bridge, etc....
• Interpret project plans, standards and specifications.
• Document daily construction and project activities using appropriate electronic devices, software and specific Apps.
• Apply knowledge and experience toward the inspection and documentation of construction projects using project plans, standards, specifications.
• Apply engineering principles in the inspection and documentation of construction activities.
• Oversee and aid in the approval of Field Changes to meet field conditions.
• Oversee, direct, and review the work of Inspectors and Inspector Trainees if placed as a Senior Inspector.
• Maintain project documents and files.
• Communicate with various project representatives.
• Assist with the development of change orders.
• Ensure Compliance with all Safety Plans.
• Able to work both inside a construction office and outside at the construction project location.

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

The Construction Inspector qualifications for this role include the following:

• Two years of transportation, highway, bridge, or related transportation construction experience is preferred, but recent engineer graduates interested in Construction Inspection are encouraged to apply.
• GED or high school diploma required
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Experience operating laptop/tablet and software programs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Availability to work various shifts, extended hours and sometimes on weekends (depending on project assignment).
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to physically perform essential duties such as Walking, Standing, Bending, and lifting loads weighing up to 50lbs.
• Travel across various types of terrain.
• Work safely around moving traffic and construction equipment reacting appropriately to hazard warning signs, sirens and alarms.
• Use required personal protective equipment, hardhats, safety vests, etc…
• Travel to construction project inspection locations.
• Tolerate working outdoors, adverse weather, noise, various plants and insects.
• Limited exposure to chemicals.

Preferred Certifications for candidates.

• NECEPT bituminous and concrete
• ACI
• NICET Level 2 or higher in Highway Construction
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
• ECMS experience
• PPCC experience

CES Consulting, LLC offers excellent career opportunities for continued professional, educational, and personal growth. We strive to allow our employees to work on diverse and exciting projects in a team spirit environment. All positions include a competitive benefits package and a positive outlook for a stable and rewarding career.

AAP/EEO Statement:

CES Consulting is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CES supports affirmative action and equal employment opportunities with regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), color, national origin, protected veteran status, age (40 or older), disability status, or genetic information in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. CES Consulting ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.