Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is looking for a Civil Construction Inspector based in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. In this role, you will support the Transportation Business Group, conducting inspections and documenting construction progress for civil infrastructure projects.

Candidates should have a High School diploma and experience in construction inspection, with a commitment to teamwork and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction inspection.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to HDR employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses.
• Monitor, record and inspect progress on construction projects.
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing.

Skills

Construction inspection

Ability to interpret construction schedules

Proficient in MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

At HDR, you will be a Civil Construction Inspector supporting the Transportation Business Group in Minnesota. In this role you will conduct, document and monitor construction progress on civil infrastructure projects, coordinate field sampling, and report findings.

Key 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.
• Monitor, record and inspect progress on construction projects.
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing.
• Receive supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Subject to pre‑employment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• MnDOT Certifications.
• Experience in construction inspection.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to HDR employee‑owned culture.
• Understand HDR’s Drug and Alcohol Policy; may require drug‑screen prior to hire and thereafter, per client requirements.
• US employment authorization, no visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.