Construction Inspector 2

Civil Construction Inspector 2

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our 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 Civil Construction Inspector 2, 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, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed
• Conduct or Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing
• Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily
• Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area
• Possibility for Long term project assignments.
• Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or Associate degree
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Exhibit professionalism with clients
• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• Ability to work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons
• Familiarity with collaboration products such OneDrive, MS Teams, and OneNote.
• KDOT and/or MoDOT Certifications are a plus
• Exercise good judgment and discretion and independently resolve problems and issues.
• Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of Heavy civil infrastructure for County, City, Municipal, DOT, freight or passenger Railroads.
• General accounting knowledge
• Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction.
• Some experience in submittal review and processing.
• Documentation Experience with DOT AWP program

Required Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent. (Candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma)
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• HDR's Drug and Alcohol Policy supports our commitment to employee safety and exceeding client requirements. The Drug and Alcohol Policy prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while on HDR or client premises, or while otherwise engaged in HDR business. This position may require a successful drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, based on client requirements and applicable country, state and/or provincial laws and regulations.

What We Believe 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.