Senior Construction Inspector

HDR, Inc.; Fort Johnson South (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to lead field inspections across electrical, mechanical/HVAC, structural and site civil disciplines at our Louisiana projects.

You will read and interpret drawings, document observations, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with Project Managers and other field personnel. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years in construction inspection, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; substitution allowed with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction inspection experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities.
• Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC, structural and site civil.
• 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 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

Strong written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Technical school or Associate degree

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 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 Construction Inspector, we'll count on you to:

• Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities
• Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC, structural and site civil
• 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 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

• Technical school or Associates degree
• Relevant Industry Certifications
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Experience with Department of War facilities and construction contracts

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-Louisiana-Fort Polk

Other Locations: United States-Louisiana-Lafayette, United States-Louisiana-Baton Rouge

Industry: Federal

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Federal PMCM

Job Posting: Jul 7, 2026