Assistant Structures Representative

HDR; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Assistant Structures Representative responsible for construction inspections and ensuring compliance with plans in California. The role demands at least 5 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include performing onsite inspections, preparing contract documents, and collaborating with contractors.

Benefits include medical, dental, and a retirement savings plan with employer match. The position aligns with HDR's commitment to equality in employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• Valid driver's license and First Aid certificate.
• Certification in ASTM or CT sampling and testing of fresh Portland cement concrete.
• Construction experience on highways or major public works projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections in the field to ensure compliance.
• Calculate alignment and placement of structure elements.
• Assist in preparing contract-related documents.
• Conduct verification sampling and tests for construction materials.
• Collaborate with contractors on compliance and quality.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years of education beyond high school in engineering or surveying

Tools

MS Office

Construction surveying tools

Job description

Role Overview

Assistant Structures Representative in HDR is responsible for performing construction inspections, calculations, documentation, and collaboration with Caltrans and contractors, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections in the field to ensure materials and workmanship conform to approved plans and specifications, including approved changes.
• Take appropriate action when materials and workmanship are non‑conforming, including ordering removal and replacement of non‑conforming work.
• Calculate proper alignment and placement of bridge and structure elements, establish surveying control lines and grades according to Caltrans Structure Construction Practices & Procedures.
• Assist the Structures Representative with calculations related to shop drawings, informational and action submittals received from the construction contractor.
• Conferring with the construction contractor regarding compliance with plans, quality of work, construction activity and Cal/OSHA regulations; collaborate with other project personnel on regulatory permit agency requirements.
• Assist in preparing contract‑related documents such as change orders, quantity and estimate reports, potential claim reports, letters, and RFI responses; complete daily diaries of contractor activities.
• Assist the Structures Representative and Resident Engineer in recording and filing project‑related records such as daily reports, submittals, shop drawings, monthly pay estimates, and job expenditures.
• Conduct verification sampling and tests to confirm acceptability of construction materials per ASTM or CT methods.
• Remain flexible to work days, nights, and weekends in heavy construction, including challenging site conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of education beyond high school in engineering or surveying with relevant coursework.
• Minimum 4 years of experience inspecting structure construction on highways or major public works projects.
• Valid driver's license, valid First Aid certificate, and certification in ASTM or CT sampling and testing of fresh Portland cement concrete.
• Construction surveying experience for control lines and grades per Structure Construction Practices.
• Proven problem‑solving and documentation abilities.
• Proficient verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of relevant experience may substitute).
• Minimum 5 years experience in relevant field.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to participating in an employee‑owned culture.
• Subject to HDR's Drug and Alcohol Policy and potential drug screening.
• No visa sponsorship available.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement

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.

Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine. Other Locations: United States-California. Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build. Schedule: Full‑time. Employee Status: Regular.