Electrical Construction Inspector

About the role

We are looking for an Electrical Construction Inspector who can demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities. You will conduct inspections of electrical, controls, high/low voltage systems, fiber, etc. at Transportation facilities like Airports, Tunnels, Bridges, Terminals, Transit, Ports, etc. You will collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers, read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents. You will also conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses, oversee testing, commissioning and acceptance of specialized electrical systems, and perform other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities
• Conduct inspection of electrical, controls, high/low voltage systems, fiber, etc. at Transportation facilities like Airports, Tunnels, Bridges, Terminals, Transit, Ports, etc.
• 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
• Oversee testing, commissioning and acceptance of specialized electrical systems
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or NICET Level II certification or a comparable combination of education and experience
• 5+ years’ experience in construction inspection of electrical power and communications work on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies, such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, NJDOT
• Excellent Organizational and communication skills required
• OSHA 30-hour training
• Preference given to local candidates

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or NICET Level II certification or a comparable combination of education and experience
• 5+ years’ experience in construction inspection of electrical power and communications work on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies, such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, NJDOT
• Excellent Organizational and communication skills required
• OSHA 30-hour training
• Preference given to local candidates

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• 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

Skills

• Familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities
• Construction inspection of electrical power and communications work on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies, such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, NJDOT
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
• Identifying discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Conducting and documenting observations of construction as it progresses
• Overseeing testing, commissioning and acceptance of specialized electrical systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, including 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.

Schedule

Full-time

Business Class

Field Services - FAR OH-based Contract

Job Posting

Nov 24, 2025

What We Believe

We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Our Commitment

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.