Assistant Structures Representative

About the role

HDR is seeking an Assistant Structures Representative to assist in the Structure Construction Engineering and Inspection and Construction Contract Administration Services for Caltrans Structure Construction, District 59, for projects in Districts 8 and 9 (San Bernardino, Riverside, Inyo and Mono Counties).

Responsibilities

• In a field setting, perform construction inspections to ensure materials and workmanship comply with approved plans and specifications.
• Take appropriate action when materials and workmanship are non-conforming, such as ordering removal and replacement of non-conforming work.
• Perform calculations related to proper alignment and placement of bridge and structure elements, establish surveying control lines and grades as required by Caltrans Structure Construction Practices & Procedures.
• Aid the Structures Representative with calculations related to and the review of shop drawings, informational and action submittals received from the Construction Contractor.
• Confer with the Construction Contractor regarding compliance with plans, quality of work, construction activity, and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with other project personnel regarding the Construction Contractor's compliance with regulatory permit agencies' requirements.
• Assist in identifying the need for and the preparation of contract-related documents, such as change orders, contract quantities and estimates, potential claim reports, letters, response to Construction Contractor's potential claims, and RFI's (request for information).
• Complete daily diaries of Construction Contractor's construction activities, inspections performed, tests taken, and materials placed.
• Develop contract quantity estimate documents at least once monthly and as materials are placed.
• Assist the Structures Representative and Resident Engineer in recording and filing project-related records pertaining to construction progress, including daily reports, submittals, shop drawings, monthly pay estimates, and job expenditures.
• Perform verification sampling and/or tests to verify the acceptability of construction materials in accordance with ASTM or California Test methods.
• Able to be flexible and work days, nights, and/or weekends in heavy construction requiring walking, bending, lifting and carrying inspection/surveying tools and equipment at elevated heights, confined spaces, extreme weather conditions, remote work sites, environmentally sensitive areas, and over waterways, if needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of education equivalent to completion of a curriculum beyond the 12th grade in engineering or surveying, including courses in trigonometry and algebra or higher, drafting, computer science, and physics, chemistry, or a comparable physical science.
• A minimum of 4 years of demonstrated experience in structure construction inspection of highways or major public works projects, performing the duties described above.
• A valid Driver's License, possess a valid Standard First Aid Certificate at all times, possess a valid American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) or California Test Methods (CTM) Certification in the sampling and testing of fresh Portland cement concrete.
• Construction surveying knowledge and experience necessary for control lines and grades as required by established Structure Construction Practices Policies and Procedures.
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Proficient verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).

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.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package 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.

Pay

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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Field Services - Non-FAR / Negotiated

Job Posting

May 26, 2026

What We Believe

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Our Commitment

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.