Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

HDR; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction inspection firm is seeking a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector in South Carolina. This leadership position involves overseeing quality assurance on highway and bridge projects while ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 5 years of construction inspection experience. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are essential. The role includes field inspections and may involve night and weekend work based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in construction inspection.
• Successful completion of drug-screening procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect asphalt and concrete for acceptable materials.
• Verify pavement for proper spreading and compaction.
• Inspect roadway for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Prepare and review field measurements and contract documentation.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to read and explain construction plans

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Join HDR as a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector. In this leadership role you will oversee quality assurance on highway and bridge projects, ensuring that as-built construction meets design specifications, safety, and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect asphalt and concrete for acceptable materials and mix.
• Verify pavement for proper spreading, rolling, depth, alignment, and compaction.
• Inspect roadway and structures for conformance to plans, specifications, structural materials and members, placement of culverts, foundations, piles, reinforcing and structural steel, concrete, and backfill.
• Oversee traffic control and erosion control devices.
• Perform complex calculations and computations.
• Prepare and review field measurements and contract documentation.
• Conduct inspections and perform other duties as assigned.
• Night and weekend work may be required as dictated by client project needs.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in construction inspection.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successful completion of drug‑screening procedures prior to hire and ongoing random testing thereafter.
• Commitment to an employee‑owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction inspection for transportation projects.
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in highways and bridge construction.
• Knowledge of mathematical functions, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Skills in using calculators and computers.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain construction plans, contract provisions, and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to take notes and prepare or review reports.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections.
• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.
• Local candidates preferred.
• SCDOT certifications, other DOT certifications, or ability to obtain are most preferred.

Location

South Carolina – Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, or Beaufort.

Schedule

Full‑time. Night and weekend work may be required as dictated by project needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.