Senior Civil Construction Inspector

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities. HDR’s Field Services team focuses on delivering construction projects with the highest standards of quality, safety, and trust.

HDR provides opportunities to lead and contribute to infrastructure projects across roads, bridges, water treatment, transit, and energy facilities, with a collaborative, employee-owned culture that connects teams worldwide.

In the role of Senior Civil Construction Inspector, we count on you to help ensure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards and to support HDR’s commitment to quality in all projects.

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, pipelines).
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts.
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed.
• 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 experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• 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.

• Road and Bridge experience
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

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, Other Locations, Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build,

Schedule:

Full-time, Employee Status:
Regular

Job Posting:
Feb 5, 2026