Senior Civil Construction Inspector

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Senior Civil Construction Inspector, we'll count on you to: Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations and pipelines, and roadsMentor junior field staff and provide supervision as neededOversee geotechnical compliance testing for water projectsOversee concrete placement and compliance testingObserve structural rebar installationCollaborate with other field representatives or Project ManagersRead and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documentsConduct and document observations of construction as it progressesServe as the most senior inspector on projects as neededPerform other duties as needed Keywords: Senior Civil Construction Inspector, civil, structural, mechanical, ICC, Registered Construction Inspector, Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector, ACI, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel Bolting & Welding, and Prestressed Concrete, water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines Preferred Qualifications Civil, Structural, and Mechanical experience preferred.ICC certificationsRegistered Construction InspectorAmerican Public Works Association (APWA) - Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII)American Construction Inspection Association (ACIA) - Certified Construction Inspector, Div II Building and /or Div IV Public WorksAmerican Concrete Institute (ACI)- Concrete Field-Testing Technician, Grade ICertified Welding InspectorInternational Code Council (ICC) - Special Inspector in one or more of the following: Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel Bolting & Welding, and Prestressed Concrete Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent 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 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.) San Diego: $88,000 - $125,000; Irvine: $92,000 - $131,000 Primary Location:United States-California-Irvine Other Locations:United States-California-San Diego Industry:Water Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Field Services Job Posting:Oct 22, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. 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.