Senior Civil Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Senior Civil Construction Inspector in Lexington, Kentucky. The role involves overseeing civil infrastructure projects, conducting inspections, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a High School diploma. Proficiency in MS Office and relevant certifications are preferred. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and independent work within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in civil construction inspection.
• Relevant industry certifications preferred (e.g., OSHA 10).
• Ability to interpret construction schedules and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of civil construction projects.
• Mentor junior field staff and provide necessary supervision.
• Read and interpret construction drawings to identify discrepancies.

Skills

Mentoring

Interpret construction documents

Independent work

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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 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
• DOT experience preferred
• Desired DOT or equivalent technician certifications:
  • OSHA 10 Safety Training Construction - Asphalt
  • Roadway Paving Inspector
  • Asphalt Plant Technician
  • Class 1 Concrete Technician
  • Soils and Aggregate Technician
  • Nuclear Gauge Training
  • EPSC TDEC Level I
  • Guardrail Installation Training
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

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

Other Locations

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.