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Senior Inspector in Charge (Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation))

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Transportation

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$75,658 - $102,905

per year

Closes

March 17, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading inspections and oversight of major highway and bridge construction projects in Pennsylvania to ensure they meet safety and quality standards from start to finish.

The role requires coordinating with various groups like local governments and utility companies to solve problems and keep projects on time and budget.

It's a great fit for experienced civil engineers who enjoy managing complex infrastructure work and have strong organizational skills.

Key Requirements

  • Five years of civil engineering experience in transportation or related specialty
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board
  • Associate’s degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, or a related field
  • Ability to oversee multiple construction projects, including highways, bridges, interchanges, and overpasses
  • Skills in coordinating with stakeholders such as municipalities, utilities, railroads, and emergency services
  • Proficiency in preparing documentation, technical reports, work orders, and construction estimates
  • Knowledge of contract scheduling, constructability reviews, and material certification tracking

Full Job Description

The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Senior Inspector in Charge, a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the inspection of materials and workmanship on various construction improvement projects within Engineering District 11. This position involves working on complex multi-lane roadways and multi-span bridge structures, including interchanges and overpasses. The Senior Inspector will ensure that all construction activities adhere strictly to the approved plans, standards, specifications, and contract documents, thereby maintaining the highest quality and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle. If you are interested in this opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure developments, we encourage you to apply today!20250527072204_DOT.jpg

Requirements

In this position, you will serve as the Inspector-In-Charge for highway construction projects, overseeing the management of intricate and multiple construction initiatives from their inception to completion.

Your role will require you to ensure that these projects are executed in a professional, timely, cost-effective, and safe manner.

You will be responsible for addressing and facilitating the resolution of issues that necessitate coordination with various stakeholders, including municipalities, private property owners, businesses, emergency services, railroads, authorities, utilities, and other concurrent construction projects.

Additionally, you will provide support to the Assistant Construction Engineer and Schedule Reviewer in contract scheduling, helping to resolve any challenges that may affect the construction timeline.

Your participation in constructability reviews and meetings will be essential as required.

Furthermore, you will compile and draft necessary documentation, including work order justifications, technical reports, and correspondence related to construction issues.

You will also prepare and submit work orders and construction estimates, while diligently tracking all material certifications to ensure that the materials used in the project meet the required specifications.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on an ad-hoc basis per supervisor's discretion.

    In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

    If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters location in Bridgeville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

    Additional details may be provided during the interview.

  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
  • Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
  • Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.


Special Requirement:

  • This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.


Other Requirements:


How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  • Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.


    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Additional Information

    • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
    • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
    • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
    • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
      • your score may be lower than deserved.
      • you may be disqualified.
    • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
    • Your results will be provided via email.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 3/3/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/3/2026

    Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5251758