Senior Power 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.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for buildings and facilities
• Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil
• 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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a recognized five-year electrical apprenticeship program and submission of an apprenticeship certificate, and a minimum of 10 years journey level experience, or possession of a State Master Electrician license and 5 years experience at that level
• Sufficient journey/master level electrical construction and/or maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment, with emphasis on work on 120V-480V systems and familiarity with high voltage (480-21,000 volts) systems
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and other appropriate electrical standards and specifications
• Experience with supervisor control and data acquisition systems (SCADA)
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or Associate degree
• Some demonstrated experience in construction inspection
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

Benefits

• Employee-owned culture with eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) to foster inclusion and support
• Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants considered regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records

Schedule

Full-time

Primary location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha. This position may require a successful drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, based on client requirements and applicable laws and regulations. Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.