Senior Civil Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Anchorage (AK); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Construction Inspector to conduct and document observations of civil projects. The role requires 5+ years of experience, ability to mentor junior staff, and comfort with remote living conditions. This position emphasizes safety and a commitment to inclusive culture while working independently and in teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant construction inspection experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction for civil projects.
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

Construction observation

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Interpretation of construction drawings

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Overview

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?

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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.

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
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Willingness to travel to remote Alaska for extended periods of time
• Comfortable with man-camp living conditions
• Willing to work overtime hours during construction season with limited time off
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

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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 5 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• 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.

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.

Location and Industry

Primary Location: [unspecified]

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule and Status

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng (CCC)

Job Posting

Job Posting: Sep 23, 2025

Equal Opportunity

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.

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