Civil Construction Inspector; Highways & Roads

Overview

Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads) at HDR
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HDR is an employee-owned company that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. This role supports HDR’s mission to make a positive impact in communities by delivering quality civil construction inspection work.

Primary responsibilities include assisting the Resident Engineer with field and office engineering tasks, inspecting non-structural construction operations, monitoring traffic control system compliance, preparing and analyzing contract change orders, and enforcing the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

• Assist the Resident Engineer with field and office engineering work, including inspection of non-structural construction operations and traffic control system compliance.
• Prepare, review, and analyze contract change orders (CCOs).
• Enforce the Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Review, inspect, and approve traffic control systems and lane closures in accordance with Caltrans standards.
• Personnel reviewing traffic control system work shall have one year of demonstrated experience in such work.
• Apply knowledge of equipment used in roadway construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
• Use computer software such as MS Office; CPM software (Primavera P3/P6, Sure Trak or updated versions);
  Scheduler Analyzer Pro; and Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrate effective communication and supervision; monitor labor compliance; understand subcontracting laws and policies.
• Work with DBE, DVBE, and small business requirements including determining the Commercially Useful Function (CUF) of contractors or material suppliers.
• Apply knowledge of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and General Permit; familiarity with Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual.
• Ensure proper background clearance when performing work on or near rail systems.
• Assist Resident Engineers in preparing Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA) position papers and meetings; respond to preliminary claim findings; prepare for DRB/DRA processes.
• Prepare claims files, documents, and reports; maintain complete, accurate, and concise records of work and quantities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 2 years of highway/roadway construction inspection experience
• Experience on Caltrans projects
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Drug screening prior to hire; random and for-cause drug and alcohol testing thereafter
• Commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, fostering a collaborative culture and trust with clients and communities.

As employee-owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work daily. HDR supports eight Employee Network Groups to foster belonging and engagement.

HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with employer match, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation ranges for full-time roles vary by experience, education, location, and applicable wage laws: $42.00/hr – $92.00/hr (subject to prevailing wage laws on public sector projects where applicable).

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

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting: Sep 29, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.