Facilities Construction Inspector II

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Facilities Construction Inspector II to support onsite construction at Los Angeles Space Force Base, El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on coordinating subcontractors, schedules, safety, and quality while ensuring conformance with contract terms and budgets.

Preferred candidates hold a technical or college degree and have experience with SCIF and vertical facility projects. A minimum of 3 years of inspection experience and strong MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (8 years substitution allowed).
• Minimum of 3 years of construction inspection experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture is essential.
• HDR Drug and Alcohol Policy applies; may require drug screening.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment is not available.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractors, scheduling, and quality control.
• Prepare Project Management and Construction Management Plans.
• Develop procedures for contract administration and coordination with project team.
• Conduct procurement activities including schedules, scopes, and pay apps.
• Administer and manage construction activities and budgets.
• Monitor design progress relative to construction requirements.
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate local bidding and quotes in the field.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and change orders.
• Update schedules, pay requests, and progress reports.
• Manage project setup and temporary facilities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Culture fit

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Facilities Construction Inspector II - ( 195936 )

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?

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

Each and every 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 not only in your community, but around the world.

Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR’s Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location. Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities. EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices.

This position will work onsite at Los Angeles Space Force Base, El Segundo, California.

In the role of Facility Construction Inspector II, we'll count on you to:

• Take responsibility for subcontractor coordination, scheduling, and quality control
• Prepare the Project Management Plan of Construction Management Plan
• Develop procedures for executing construction contract administration such activities including document, change, time, cost, quality and safety management, and implement procedures in coordination with the project team
• Perform additional construction management activities, including development procurement - construction schedules, construction subcontract scopes, review of subcontract terms and conditions, performance of constructability and value engineering reviews, construction estimating and schedule reviews, and project construction performance presentations
• Administer and manage construction activities
• Monitor progress of the overall design as related to construction requirements
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews
• Coordinate local bidding efforts for quotes obtained in the field
• Assist in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages
• Review or coordinate review of Coordinate, expedite and reviewing construction submittals including shop drawings and pay applications
• Prepare, issue, and negotiate Change Orders
• Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules
• Control the project budget and schedule
• Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control, and inspection services
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with the Health and Safety Program through communication and inspections
• Prepare and update project schedules, pay requests, and daily, weekly, and monthly progress, budget, and schedule management reports
• Coordinate local bidding efforts
• Take responsibility for project setup and temporary facilities
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or college degree
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• A minimum of 11 year's experience
• Experience with SCIF and vertical facility projects
• Technical expertise to perform payment inspections and validation of progress against the AF IMT 3065 forms
• Construction or design certifications

Experience with estimating software, scheduling software, project management software and web-based collaboration software for the exchange of documents

Required Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent. (Candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience 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 Drug and Alcohol 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 country, state and/or provincial laws and regulations.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.

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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Sep 4, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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