Project Manager / Field Inspector in Lancaster, Tennessee at Summers-Taylor, Inc.

Position Title: Project Manager / Field Inspector
Date_Posted: 07/13/2026
Location: Lancaster, TN
Job Category: Foreman
Salary Interval: Salary / Full - Time

Pay Range: N/A

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Position Description

Position 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

1. Manage subcontractor commitments, schedules, and daily coordination activities.
2. Monitor and document SCD and subcontractor work items and quantities.
3. Review, track, and maintain material certifications and required project documentation.
4. Track project progress and assist with monthly CPM schedule updates in coordination with the CPM Manager.
5. Verify foreman timecards are coded accurately to bid items and project activities.
6. Review and confirm accuracy of project-related credit card purchases and documentation.
7. Attend EPSC inspections and ensure environmental compliance requirements are maintained.
8. Prepare, monitor, and submit lane closure reports.
9. Coordinate and oversee evening lane closures with subcontractors, crews, inspectors, and traffic control personnel.
10. Monitor waste and borrow pit operations and maintain associated certifications and records.
11. Communicate project updates with owners, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal management teams.
12. Attend project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation and records.
13. Procure project materials and coordinate equipment needs with the Summers-Taylor shop and operations teams.
14. Identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain production schedules.
15. Maintain oversight of project quality control and ensure work is completed in accordance with plans and specifications.

Benefits:

1. Competitive Pay
2. Paid Time Off
3. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
4. Life Insurance
5. Short-term disability
6. 401(k) w/generous employer contributions
7. Company Vehicle

Summers-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 Requirements

Required Certifications

1. EPSC Inspection Certification
2. ACI/AISC Concrete Testing Certification
3. OSHA 30 Certification
4. Flagging Certification
5. CPR Certification
6. Rigging Certification
7. Traffic Control Manager Certification or equivalent traffic control experience
8. Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous TDOT or DOT field inspection experience
2. Experience in heavy highway and roadway construction
3. Strong understanding of traffic control operations and roadway safety requirements
4. Ability to read construction plans, specifications, and project schedules
5. Experience coordinating subcontractors and field crews
6. Strong computer, documentation, and reporting skills
7. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in an active construction environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

It 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, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

As part of the company’s equal employment opportunity policy, Summers-Taylor, Inc. will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation or any type of retaliation because they have (1) filed a complaint; (2) assisted or participated in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any other activity related to the administration of any federal, state or local law requiring equal employment opportunity; (3) opposed any act or practice made unlawful by any federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity; or (4) exercised any other legal right protected by federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity.

The above-mentioned policies shall be periodically brought to the attention of supervisors and shall be appropriately administered. It is the responsibility of each supervisor of the company to ensure affirmative implementation of these policies to avoid any discrimination in employment. All employees are expected to recognize these policies and cooperate with their implementation. Violation of these policies is a disciplinary offense.

The Affirmative Action Officer has been assigned to direct the establishment and monitor the implementation of personnel procedures to guide our affirmative action program throughout Summers-Taylor, Inc. A notice explaining the company’s policy will remain posted.

Address/Office Location: 600 Sevier Street, Johnson City, TN 37604

Telephone: 423-543-3181