Senior Civil Construction Inspector

HDR, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Senior Civil Construction Inspector to support civil infrastructure projects in Fort Worth, Texas.

You will conduct and document progressive observations on roads, bridges, and water/ wastewater facilities, read drawings, mentor junior staff, and work with Project Managers to ensure quality and safety. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction inspection, familiarity with ASTM standards, and strong written communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction inspection experience.
• Experience with ASTM standards preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Strong written communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects (roads, bridges, water/wastewater facilities, pipelines).
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other field representatives.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications; identify discrepancies.
• Serve as the senior inspector on projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Written communication

Independent work

Team player

Employee-owned culture

Education

High school diploma

Technical school/Associate's degree

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 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.

In the role of Senior Civil Construction Inspector, we'll count on you to:

• 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
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Be knowledgeable in and capable of applying applicable ASTM standards, including, but not limited to: ASTM D558, D698, D1556, D1632, D1633, D2216, D2487, D6913, and D6938, as
  required to verify compliance with contract requirements
• A minimum of 8 years' experience
• Technical school or Associate's degree
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

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)
• Strong written communication skills
• 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.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Fort Worth

Industry: Federal

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Federal PMCM

Job Posting: Aug 18, 2026