Senior Construction Inspector

HDR; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Construction Inspector to observe and document civil construction progress across roads, bridges and water facilities in the Phoenix area. You will work with project managers and field staff to ensure quality and compliance with plans and specs.

The role requires at least three years of experience, a high school diploma (or equivalent) and proficiency with MS Office. HDR emphasizes employee ownership and adheres to a strict drug and alcohol policy; visa sponsorship is not

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; substitutions allowed with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience.
• Minimum three years of experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
• HDR's 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 laws and regulations.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Provide guidance to less‑experienced field staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Employee ownership

Education

Technical school or Associate degree

Industry certifications (ATTI, ACI, NICET)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Provide guidance to less‑experienced field staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school or Associate degree.
• Relevant Industry Certifications (ATTI, ACI, NICET).
• 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.)
• Minimum three years of experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proven problem‑solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
• HDR's 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 laws and regulations.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.