Civil Inspector

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors•Norco, LA

About The Position

The Civil Inspector provides field-based civil and structural inspection expertise to help ensure assets, facilities, and construction activities are safe, compliant, fit for purpose, and maintained in accordance with applicable engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and Asset Integrity Management processes. The role serves as a frontline assurance resource for civil and structural integrity by identifying degradation mechanisms, driving timely corrective actions, and supporting reliable business operations. The position inspects civil and structural assets, verifies construction quality and compliance, manages corrective-action documentation, and maintains complete, auditable inspection records. It also requires visible safety leadership and coordination with internal teams, contractors, construction management teams, and engineering service providers. The role involves outdoor and process-unit work in hot or cold climates, work at elevated heights and in confined spaces, and wearing personal protective equipment. Hargrove describes a culture based on trust, personal integrity, teamwork, and a safety culture that protects the well-being of workers and others affected by its work.

Requirements

Experience as a Civil Inspector, Civil/Structural Designer, Civil Engineer, or in a related field role.
Experience in civil and structural inspection.
Knowledge of concrete and structural steel systems.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
AutoCAD proficiency.
Strong safety leadership.
Effective stakeholder management.
Sound technical judgment.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to lift and carry more than 25 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders or perform duties using a safety harness at elevated heights.
Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs while carrying equipment.
Ability to work outdoors or in process units in hot or cold climates.
Ability to perform duties in confined spaces for extended periods.
Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment, including a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hat.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree, Diploma, or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Drafting & Design Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
Certification or training in ISO 9000/Lead Auditor, Special Practices (NDE; Welding), Vendor Surveillance Management, and Construction Activities Inspection Methods.
Industrial, refinery, petrochemical, energy, or heavy construction experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect civil and structural assets, including concrete structures, foundations, equipment pedestals, retaining walls, drainage systems, structural steel, roads, and other fixed infrastructure.
Establish and maintain inspection intervals.
Identify deterioration, damage, settlement, corrosion, structural distress, and other integrity concerns; recognize when engineering involvement is needed and escalate appropriately.
Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, construction standards, and approved work practices.
Witness and document inspection hold points and testing activities.
Verify material traceability, certifications, and quality documentation.
Develop and manage CAIRs and corrective-action documentation.
Prepare repair recommendations, sketches, and supporting technical information.
Use inspection management systems to document findings and track corrective actions.
Demonstrate visible safety leadership and stop unsafe work when necessary.
Ensure compliance with PTW, LOTO, excavation, lifting, and working-at-height requirements.
Maintain complete inspection records and auditable documentation.
Generate inspection reports and recommendations.
Coordinate with Asset Integrity, Civil/Structural Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Turnaround and Project Teams, contractors, construction management teams, and engineering service providers.