Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector in North Carolina. The role involves performing inspection duties on highway and bridge projects, managing other inspectors, and ensuring compliance with contract documents. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This position offers a full-time schedule within a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience inspecting transportation projects required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and/or bridge construction projects.
• Manage other inspectors and oversee documentation.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector - ( 188665 )

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. We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step.

As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence.

HDR is looking for a Senior Construction Inspector (Technician Level II or higher) to join our Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) program. You will perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and/or bridge construction projects utilizing NCDOT policies and procedures. They may be required to be lead inspector responsible for all inspection and documentation as well as managing other inspectors.

You must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identify discrepancies or conflicts within contract documents, and enforce the documents. Work may be located throughout the state of NC and effort will be made to keep candidates close to their geographic location in NC if possible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience inspecting transportation projects required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Work requires travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• NCDOT experience preferred
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Local candidates preferred
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Required Qualifications

• 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)
• 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.

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

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.

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