Transportation Construction Inspector; Entry-Level

Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level)

Join HDR as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level). HDR is committed to creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected.

HDR is looking for an Entry Level Construction Inspector to join our North Carolina Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team to perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction projects utilizing NCDOT policies and procedures. Work will include materials testing, construction observation, and reporting. This position will be trained to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and to identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents as well as enforce contract documents.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• NCDOT experience
• Tech school degree
• Local candidates are preferred

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug‑screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh

• Other Locations:
  United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem
• United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
• United States-North Carolina-Wilmington
• United States-North Carolina-Asheville

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule:

Full‑time

Employee Status:
Regular

Job Posting:
Nov 7, 2025

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.