Construction Inspector

HDR, Inc.; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 50,309 - 71,869; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Civil Inspector based in Purchase, NY. The ideal candidate will conduct inspections of heavy earthwork operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations and construction standards.

With a focus on transportation construction, applicants should have at least 5 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. HDR, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental, and compensation based on experience ranging from $36.52 to $52.17 per hour.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of transportation construction experience focusing on heavy highway work.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of ongoing construction activities.
• Verify compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Enforce adherence to safety regulations and conduct safety audits.
• Assist in tracking project timelines and milestones.

Skills

Transportation construction experience

Knowledge of civil engineering principles

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of ongoing construction activities, particularly heavy earthwork operations such as excavation, grading, and soil compaction.
• Verify all construction work meets approved plans, specifications, and engineering standards; monitor implementation of construction drawings.
• Identify and document deviations or non‑conformance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations and standards; conduct regular safety audits.
• Assist in tracking project timelines and milestones, prepare progress reports, and provide technical guidance to construction crews.
• Work closely with the Resident Engineer, Chief Inspector, site superintendent, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate activities and resolve issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of transportation construction experience, a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field (or equivalent experience), and proven experience as a Civil Inspector/Engineer focusing on heavy highway work.
• Familiarity with local construction codes, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines; strong knowledge of civil engineering principles related to earthworks construction and site development.
• Attention to detail, proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, ability to work outdoors and handle physical demands of a construction site, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proven problem‑solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successful completion of drug‑screening and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that 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. Compensation ranges on full‑time positions based on skills, experience, education, and location: White Plains, NY $36.52–$52.17 per hour; Albany, NY $29.22–$41.73 per hour.

Location

Primary location: United States, New York‑Purchase. Other locations: United States, New York‑Albany; United States, New Jersey‑Woodcliff Lake.

Job posting: June 30, 2026.