Senior Inspector

About the role

This position covers Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties in New York. In the role of Senior 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 roads and bridges
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical school or Associate degree
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• NYSDOT or NYSTA experience

Required Qualifications:

• 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)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

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

Skills

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

Benefits

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.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Field Services - FAR OH-based Contract

Job Posting

Mar 9, 2026

What We Believe

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.