Construction Engineer (Kansas City)

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Engineer to join their dynamic team in Kansas City. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to oversee complex construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance with safety standards. You'll be responsible for field coordination, documentation, and client communication, all while fostering a collaborative environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company empowers its employees to bring their authentic selves to work, making a meaningful impact in the communities they serve. If you are passionate about construction and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction engineering required.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct project field coordination and documentation.
• Monitor and inspect progress on construction projects.
• Prepare daily reports of activities and observations.

Skills

Construction Engineering

Project Management Principles

Communication Skills

Cost Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating Software

CPM Scheduling Software

PDF Editing Software (Revu Bluebeam)

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 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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each 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 in your community and around the world.

In the role of Construction Engineer, we'll count on you to:

1. Perform complex construction assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures.
2. Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding, and scheduling.
3. Receive, issue, and track RFIs, submittals, and other required data.
4. Be eager to learn, ask questions, work under and receive direction and supervision from Resident Project Representatives and Project Managers.
5. Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, class 1 railroad projects, buildings, facilities, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines (including electrical, mechanical/HVAC, and site civil).
6. Monitor, record, and inspect progress on construction projects.
7. Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily.
8. 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.
9. Participate in client development and project pursuits, and receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress.
10. Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area.
11. Possibility for long-term project assignments.
12. Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons.
13. Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in construction engineering.
• Experience with steel structures and foundations - DPG, trusses, TPG.
• Freight rail experience and/or DOT experience.
• Inspection certifications.
• Knowledge of rail materials and safety requirements.
• Understanding of project management principles.
• Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of heavy civil infrastructure for DOT, freight, or passenger railroads.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Cost analysis experience pertaining to construction.
• General accounting knowledge.
• Ability to read plans and details.
• Proficiency with PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues.
• Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction.
• This position requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter, subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing.
• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
• Previous construction engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, estimating and CPM scheduling software, and web-based document collaboration tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

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.

Additional Details

• Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City
• Industry: Freight Rail
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Construction Services (HDRE)
• Job Posting Date: Apr 16, 2025