Transportation 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, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

In the role of Transportation Construction Inspector 1, were counting on you to:

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, transit, rail and environmental projects.
• Monitor, record and inspect progress on construction projects.
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing.
• Receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school, associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Some demonstrated experience in construction inspection.
• Relevant client requested Certifications.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Local candidates preferred.

This position is subject to a governmental background check.

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

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.

Our Commitment

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Maryland: $49,319 - $70,455 , Washington DC: $56,364 - $80,520

Primary Location United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Other Locations United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Maryland-Fulton

Industry Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule Full-time

Employee Status Regular

Business Class Construction Services (HDRE)

Job Posting Feb 25, 2025

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