Senior Construction Inspector; Cape Girardeau, MO

Senior Construction Inspector – Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines.
• Monitor, record and inspect progress on construction projects.
• Perform measurements and calculations necessary to determine quantity of work performed and materials required.
• Check layout and dimensions of work by utilizing basic tape measures, rules and other instruments.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Compose reports with a daily log of construction activities, personnel assigned, equipment used, weather conditions, and other information pertinent to the progress of the work.
• Write reports to document field inspections and tests performed.
• Enter and record information regarding construction projects into computer programs.
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or project managers.
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Experience working on state or municipal transportation construction projects.
• Experience preparing construction project documentation and maintaining project records.
• The ability to exercise deductive reasoning and independently resolve problems.
• Experience using survey equipment to check and confirm construction layout.
• Department of transportation technician testing certifications or, certifications through other technical organizations such as: the American Concrete Institute (ACI) or the American Traffic Safety Services Administration (ATSSA).
• OSHA 10 Hr. Certification

• 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 experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
• HDR's Drug and Alcohol Policy supports our commitment to employee safety and exceeding client requirements. The Drug and Alcohol Policy prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while on HDR or client premises, or while otherwise engaged in HDR business. This position may require a successful drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, based on client requirements and applicable country, state and/or provincial laws and regulations.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.