Senior Transportation Construction Inspector
About the role
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. In this role, you will make a difference in our ability to change the world for the better through civil infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects.
- Collaborate with other Inspectors, Construction Managers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
- Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
- Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed.
- Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, specifications, and contract documents, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
- Track and maintain project materials documentation.
- Perform routine material testing on concrete, soils, and other materials as necessary.
- Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
- Provide oversight to ensure quality control tasks are monitored and documented for contract compliance.
- Work outside during inclement weather conditions.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience.
- Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
- Strong written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle report.
- This position is subject to a governmental background check and preemployment drug test; 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical school, associate, or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management.
- All client-required certifications.
- Proficiency with PlanGrid, Site Manager, AWP, and other project management software.
- Ability to interpret construction schedules and Primavera P6 experience.
- Preference given to local candidates.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid time away, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
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.
Pay
- Baltimore, MD: $40.17 - $57.39/hr.
- Fulton, MD: $42.09 - $60.12/hr.
- Washington, DC: $45.91 - $65.59/hr.
Schedule
Full-time, regular employee status.
Locations
- United States-Virginia-Vienna
- United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC
- United States-Virginia-Glen Allen
- United States-Maryland-Baltimore
- United States-Virginia-Roanoke
- United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach
- United States-Maryland-Fulton