Senior Facilities Construction Inspector

Senior Facilities Construction Inspector

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion and continuously ask:
What is our impact on the world?

Overview

In the role of Senior Facility Construction Inspector, we will count on you to contribute to field inspections, supervision, and collaborative work with project teams to ensure quality and compliance on construction projects.

• Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities
• Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil systems
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and in-place soil compaction testing
• Prepare daily reports with observations, personnel, and photos for clients
• Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the St. Louis area
• Possibility for long-term project assignments
• Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons
• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• Perform other duties as needed

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent. (Candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspection
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture
• HDR's Drug and Alcohol Policy applies; the position may require a drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, as per client requirements and applicable laws
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

• Technical school or Associate degree
• Relevant industry certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Familiarity with collaboration products such as One Drive, MS Teams, and One Note
• Experience with PDF editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe
• Ability to exercise critical thinking and independently resolve problems

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily. We foster collaboration, trust, and a strong connection to clients and communities. As employee-owners, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) support belonging and contribution. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-Missouri-St Louis

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Construction Services (HDRE)

Job Posting:
Oct 1, 2025

EEO Statement: HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. See  for details.

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