Senior Construction Inspector
About The Position
HDR is seeking a Senior Facility Construction Inspector to support projects in its Waste sector, which delivers waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation solutions. The role supports construction of waste infrastructure, including wastewater projects, and contributes to sustainable, cost-effective systems and environmental stewardship. The inspector reads and interprets construction drawings and specifications, monitors construction activities and materials for contract compliance, tracks quantities and prepares pay estimates, and documents work and project closeout. The position also observes equipment and system installation and acceptance testing, identifies and tracks nonconforming work, and develops record documentation for engineer review and acceptance. The role works under the general supervision of a Design Project Manager and supervises and directs junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants. The role requires construction inspection experience, including vertical and civil construction experience specific to wastewater projects. HDR describes an employee-owned, collaborative culture committed to inclusion and employee safety. Visa sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is unavailable now or in the future for this position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; candidates with eight years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma.
- At least five years of experience.
- At least 20 years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects, as stated among the preferred qualifications.
- Vertical and civil construction experience specific to wastewater projects.
- Knowledge of rebar and concrete placement.
- Knowledge of the processes and chemicals used in wastewater treatment.
- Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong written communication skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills are also specified among the preferred qualifications.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture.
- Visa sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
- Ability to interpret construction schedules.
- Ability to problem-solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Technology, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience with Primavera or related construction packages.
- A minimum of 20 years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
- Must have vertical and civil construction experience specific to wastewater projects.
- Knowledge of rebar and concrete placement.
- Knowledge of the process and chemicals used in wastewater treatment.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts in the documents.
- Maintain accurate daily records of contractor activities, work performed, and labor, equipment, and materials used.
- Review construction materials for contract compliance.
- Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.
- Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings.
- Observe installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
- Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists, and maintain them until issues are corrected.
- Develop record documentation for engineer review and acceptance.
- Assist with project audit and closeout.
- Work under the general supervision of a Design Project Manager.
- Supervise and direct junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
