About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Construction Inspector, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for projects related to municipal water infrastructure including treatment facilities, pump stations and pipelines
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Collaborate with other field representatives, Project Managers and engineering design teams including site/civil, process, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation and controls engineers as well as architects
• Coordinate special inspections of masonry, reinforcement and field welding
• Provide assistance with construction administration support including responding to RFIs, review of shop drawings, initial review of payment applications, schedule review and preparing meeting agendas and follow-up summary notes
• Perform other duties as needed

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Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years water/wastewater project or civil construction experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of technical/trade school or Associate degree
• Industry Certifications
• Certified Construction Manager certification is a plus

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.