Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

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

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects.
• Collaborate with other Inspectors, Construction Managers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed.
• Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, specifications and contract documents, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Track and maintain project materials documentation.
• Perform routine material testing on concrete, soils, and other materials as necessary.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
• Provide oversight to ensure quality control tasks are monitored and documented for contract compliance.
• Working outside during inclement weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical school, associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle report.
• All client required Certifications.
• Proficiency with PlanGrid, Site Manager, AWP, and other project management software.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules and Primavera P6 experience.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• 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.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Baltimore, MD: $40.17 - $57.39/hr.; Fulton, MD: $42.09 - $60.12/hr.; Washington, DC: $45.91 - $65.59/hr.

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna. Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton. Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. Business Class: Field Services - Non-FAR / Negotiated. Job Posting: Mar 3, 2025. At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.