Senior Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to join their Florida CEI program. This role involves working on FDOT projects, offering opportunities for career advancement and long-term employment. Ideal candidates will have significant inspection experience and relevant certifications. Join a culture that values diversity and collaboration while making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in roadway/highway inspection.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Work independently on FDOT projects including milling and resurfacing.
• Interact daily with FDOT Project Administrators and personnel.

Skills

Independence

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school or Associate's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description - Senior Construction Inspector (185239)

HDR is hiring a Senior Construction Inspector to work as a member of our Florida CEI (Construction Engineering and Inspection) program at a project site in Clearwater, Florida. Our CEI team primarily works independently on FDOT projects including milling and resurfacing, bridge construction, signalization, earthwork operations, stripping operations, and final estimate preparation. They interact daily with FDOT Project Administrators and other FDOT personnel. This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking to advance their inspection career with upward mobility, long-term employment, and growth within a fast-growing, employee-owned company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
• Technical school or Associate's degree
• 10 years of roadway/highway inspection experience
• ITS experience
• Previous FDOT or comparable agency experience
• Relevant certifications such as CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level 1, CTQP Asphalt Roadway Level 1, CTQP Earthwork Construction Inspection, IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1, CTQP Final Estimates Level 1, FDOT Intermediate MOT, Nuclear Radiation Safety, Florida Stormwater, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification, Critical Structures Construction Issues, and CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level II (Bridges)
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Successful passing of drug screening prior to hiring, with ongoing random and cause testing
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture

Our Values and Culture

At HDR, our employees are engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued and respected. We foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work. Our culture emphasizes trust, collaboration, and making a positive impact on the world.

Location and Details

Primary Location: United States-Florida-Tampa

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Construction Engineering Inspection / Monitoring

Job Posting Date: May 12, 2025

Equal Opportunity Employment

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history or records.

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