Transportation Construction Inspector 2

HDR • Vienna, VA

5d

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Transportation Construction Inspector B to conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses on civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects. The role involves collaborating with inspectors, construction managers, engineers, and project managers; interpreting construction plans, shop drawings, specifications, and contract documents; and identifying document discrepancies or conflicts. The inspector tracks project materials documentation, performs routine testing of concrete, soils, and other materials as needed, and monitors and documents quality-control tasks for contract compliance. The position may also provide guidance to less-experienced field staff and includes working outdoors during inclement weather. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company and emphasizes a collaborative, inclusive culture in which employees are valued and empowered to contribute. The position is subject to governmental background screening and pre-employment drug testing; the posting also notes that employees may be subject to random and cause-based drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successfully pass applicable drug-screening procedures before hire; thereafter, be subject to random and cause-based drug and alcohol testing.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle report.
• Client-required certifications.
• Proficiency with PlanGrid, Site Manager, AWP, and other project management software.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules and experience with Primavera P6.
• Local candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction progress on civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects.
• Collaborate with other inspectors, construction managers, engineers, and project managers.
• Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, specifications, and contract documents, and identify discrepancies or conflicts.
• Track and maintain project materials documentation.
• Perform routine testing of concrete, soils, and other materials as necessary.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
• Monitor and document quality-control tasks to ensure contract compliance.
• Work outdoors during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED