Transportation Construction Inspector; TCI

Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI)

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The LEXIS Group, LLC is currently seeking qualified Transportation Construction Inspectors (TCI) for Highway and Bridge projects in District 12 in Washington, Westmoreland, Fayette & Greene Counties in Pennsylvania. Hourly rate starting at approximately $20‑35 per hour, depending on qualifications, education, and certifications. LEXIS offers additional benefits such as a Night Shift Incentive and a Long‑Distance Drive Incentive that can increase your earnings.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review plans and specifications during design and/or bidding phase, manage on‑site supervision and inspection of construction activities, quality control provisions of contracts, and periodic inspections and tests.
• Review and evaluate field staff construction progress, quality assurance findings, recommended field and office engineering changes for consistency with contractual provisions, specifications and cost estimates.
• Inspect construction operations on roads and bridges to ensure work is done in the contract’s special provisions.
• Observe, investigate, and report on all stages of construction.
• Record personal and contractor work in field inspection diaries, item quantity books and sketch/composition books.
• Analyze the contract plans, specifications and contract special provisions and explain the contract requirements to contractor personnel and others making inquiries.
• Coordinate the planning, design, cost engineering, construction, and environmental considerations for engineering projects of various complexities.
• Note controversies with contractors and other agencies.
• Maintain a daily log/diary to document accept/reject work performed.
• Record incidents of unsatisfactory performance and violations of specifications and regulations.
• Measure and record progress quantities on a daily basis for use in reviewing contractor monthly invoices.

Essential Functions:

• Travel across various types of terrain.
• Read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Input/retrieve information utilizing electronic devices and a variety of software systems.
• Maneuver safely around moving traffic and equipment.
• React immediately to hazard warning devices, such as signs, sirens, and alarms.
• Use required protective equipment and be responsible for its care, storage, and maintenance.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, and climb; lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Withstand periods of heavy exertion.
• Travel to inspection sites.
• Tolerate exposure to noise, outdoors, adverse weather conditions, various plants and insects, and chemicals within Safety Data Sheet limits.
• Work extended hours in excess of eight hours per shift seasonally and/or be on call beyond normal business hours.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike, or related transportation construction experience.
• GED or high school diploma required.
• Degree in Civil Engineering preferred.

Required

Certifications:

• PennDOT Concrete
• NECEPT Field Tech
• NICET Level II

Preferred

Certifications:

• NECEPT bituminous and concrete
• ACI
• CDS Next Gen
• KAHUA
• Resumes must include detailed work histories, certification numbers, and expiration dates.

Workweek, Benefits and Pay: This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position. After completion of a 30‑day introduction period, the employee is provided with the following robust benefits package besides a competitive salary.

• Paid Time Off & PTO Bonus program
• Employer‑Paid Life, Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance Coverage available (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• AFLAC plans available
• Employer Safe Harbor Contribution 401(k)
• Educational/Training/Certification Assistance
• Travel and Safety Incentives
• Night shift Incentive
• Contractual Paid mileage & expense reimbursement
• Furlough benefits

The LEXIS Group, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.