Civil Construction Inspector 2

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Civil Construction Inspector 2 in the United States (Ohio). The role conducts construction observations for roads, bridges, water facilities, and pipelines, and collaborates with Project Managers.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of inspection experience, strong MS Office skills, and a commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned culture. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of experience).

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute 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 safety and client requirements; a drug-screen may be required
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Employee-owned culture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

8 years relevant construction inspection experience substitution

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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?

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector 2, you’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
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous ODOT experience
• Road and bridge construction experience
• Relevant industry certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

Required Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute 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 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 laws.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Location

United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Ohio-Cleveland

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 20, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.