Transportation Construction Inspector 1

HDR • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

HDR is hiring a Transportation Construction Inspector A to conduct and document observations as civil construction projects progress, including infrastructure projects involving roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental work. The inspector monitors, records, and inspects project progress and coordinates field materials sampling and testing. The role receives general supervision from a Senior Inspector, who reviews work while it is in progress, and may include other duties as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, experience with MS Office, strong written communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred qualifications include relevant postsecondary education, some construction inspection experience, applicable client-requested certifications, and the ability to interpret construction schedules. Local candidates are preferred. The position is subject to governmental background checks and pre-employment drug testing; drug and alcohol testing may also occur randomly or for cause after hiring.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.
• Successfully pass drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing thereafter.
• Subject to a governmental background check.
• Subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Some demonstrated experience in construction inspection.
• Relevant client-requested certifications.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Local candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses on civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects.
• Monitor, record, and inspect construction project progress.
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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