Senior Civil Construction Inspector

HDR, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is hiring a Senior Civil Construction Inspector in Irvine, California, to oversee the construction process for civil infrastructure projects including water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and roads.

The role requires mentoring junior staff, supervising geotechnical testing, and ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications. You will read plans, identify discrepancies, and serve as the senior inspector on projects when needed, contributing to HDR's culture

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Subject to drug-screening procedures before hire; thereafter random and cause drug and alcohol testing.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations and pipelines, and roads
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed
• Oversee geotechnical compliance testing for water projects
• Oversee concrete placement and compliance testing
• 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

Skills

MS Office

Independent & team work

Drug-screening compliance

Employee-owned culture

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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.

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 water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations and pipelines, and roads
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed
• Oversee geotechnical compliance testing for water projects
• Oversee concrete placement and compliance testing
• 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

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Keywords: Senior Civil Construction Inspector, civil, structural, mechanical, ICC, Registered Construction Inspector, Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector, ACI, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel Bolting & Welding, and Prestressed Concrete, water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil, Structural, and Mechanical experience preferred.
• ICC certifications
• Registered Construction Inspector
• American Public Works Association (APWA) - Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII)
• American Construction Inspection Association (ACIA) - Certified Construction Inspector, Div II Building and /or Div IV Public Works
• American Concrete Institute (ACI)- Concrete Field-Testing Technician, Grade I
• Certified Welding Inspector
• International Code Council (ICC) - Special Inspector in one or more of the following: Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel Bolting & Welding, and Prestressed Concrete

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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-California-Irvine

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Field Services

Job Posting

Oct 22, 2026

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

We are an Affrimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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

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