Civil Construction Inspector; Highways & Roads

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Base pay range: $42.00/hr - $92.00/hr

HDR is an employee-owned company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster belonging and empower employees to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work. Our benefits package supports employee ownership, health, and career success.

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads), you will support field and office engineering work, including inspection of non-structural construction operations, traffic control system compliance, contract change order preparation and review, Water Pollution Control Program enforcement, and related duties as needed.

• Assist the Resident Engineer with field and office engineering work, including inspection of non-structural construction operations, traffic control system compliance, contract change orders, and Water Pollution Control Program enforcement.
• Review, inspect, and approve traffic control systems and lane closures in accordance with Caltrans standards.
• Support personnel in reviewing and approving traffic control system work with relevant experience.
• Utilize equipment and software for roadway construction inspection, surveying, field testing of materials, and construction office engineering.
• Operate and apply Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CPM tools (Primavera P3/P6, Sure Trak, Scheduler Analyzer Pro, Microsoft Project).
• Demonstrate effective communication and supervision; monitor labor compliance and understand subcontracting laws/policies.
• Knowledge of DBE, DVBE, and small business requirements, including determining CUF of contractors or material suppliers.
• Understand Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and General Permit; familiarity with Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual.
• Maintain proper background clearance when working on or near rail systems.
• Assist in preparing DRB and DRA position papers and meetings; support responses to preliminary claim findings and DRB/DRA preparations.
• Prepare claims files, documents, and reports; maintain complete, accurate, and concise records of work and quantities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Preferred Qualifications
  
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  
  • Minimum 2 years of highway/roadway construction inspection experience
  
  • Experience on Caltrans projects
  
  • Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Required Qualifications
  
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  
  • At least 3 years of experience
  
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
  
  • Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
  
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
  • Willingness to pass drug-screening procedures prior to hire and submit to random/caused testing
• Commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture

HDR supports an inclusive environment where employees are welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. HDR’s Employee Network Groups foster belonging and engagement. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, EAP, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation varies based on experience, education, and location;

benefits apply to full-time regular positions. Prevailing wage considerations may affect compensation on certain projects.

Primary location:
United States-California-Folsom

Other locations:
United States-California-Fresno, United States-California-Merced, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-Stockton

Industry: Highway + Road |

Schedule:

Full-time |

Employment type:

Regular | Job Posting:
Sep 29, 2025

EEO statement: HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer; qualified applicants will be considered without regard to criminal histories, arrests, or convictions.