Project Manager / Field Inspector
Job in
Lancaster, Smith County, Tennessee, 38569, USA
Listing for:
Summers-Taylor, Inc.
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-14
Job specializations:
-
Construction
Construction Manager/ Foreman, Site Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: LancasterPosition Title: Project Manager / Field Inspector
: 07/13/2026
Location: Lancaster, TN
Job Category: Foreman
Salary Interval: Salary / Full - Time
Pay Range: N/A
Application InstructionsThank you for your interest in Summers - Taylor. Please complete the following tasks in order to successfully complete your application.
Position DescriptionPosition Summary
Summers-Taylor, Inc. is seeking an experienced Hybrid Project Manager / Field Inspector to support heavy highway and roadway construction projects throughout the region. This position combines field inspection responsibilities with project coordination, subcontractor management, traffic control oversight, and quality assurance.
The ideal candidate will have experience in DOT roadway construction and inspection, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple field operations simultaneously.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage subcontractor commitments, schedules, and daily coordination activities.Monitor and document SCD and subcontractor work items and quantities.Review, track, and maintain material certifications and required project documentation.Track project progress and assist with monthly CPM schedule updates in coordination with the CPM Manager.Verify foreman timecards are coded accurately to bid items and project activities.Review and confirm accuracy of project-related credit card purchases and documentation.Attend EPSC inspections and ensure environmental compliance requirements are maintained.Prepare, monitor, and submit lane closure reports.Coordinate and oversee evening lane closures with subcontractors, crews, inspectors, and traffic control personnel.Monitor waste and borrow pit operations and maintain associated certifications and records.Communicate project updates with owners, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal management teams.Attend project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation and records.Procure project materials and coordinate equipment needs with the Summers-Taylor shop and operations teams.Identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain production schedules.Maintain oversight of project quality control and ensure work is completed in accordance with plans and specifications.Benefits:
Competitive PayPaid Time OffMedical/Dental/Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-term disability401(k) w/generous employer contributionsCompany VehicleSummers-Taylor, Inc., is the largest heavy and highway construction contractor in Northeast Tennessee, and has been in business since 1932. From large interstate highways to small commercial site development and homebuilding, Summers-Taylor deals with a wide variety of types of work and employs over 850 employees from Bristol to Nashville. We value our customers and our employees, and our reputation for delivering quality work has been built for four generations of family leadership covering over nine decades.
Position RequirementsRequired Certifications
EPSC Inspection CertificationACI/AISC Concrete Testing CertificationOSHA 30 CertificationFlagging CertificationCPR CertificationRigging CertificationTraffic Control Manager Certification or equivalent traffic control experienceValid Driver's License (CDL preferred)Preferred Qualifications
Previous TDOT or DOT field inspection experienceExperience in heavy highway and roadway constructionStrong understanding of traffic control operations and roadway safety requirementsAbility to read construction plans, specifications, and project schedulesExperience coordinating subcontractors and field crewsStrong computer, documentation, and reporting skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities in an active construction environmentEqual Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of Summers-Taylor, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment,…
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