Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Transportation Construction Inspector to oversee civil infrastructure projects. In this role, you will conduct inspections, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality control compliance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative environment. Join a team that values diversity and empowers its members to bring their authentic selves to work. If you have a passion for construction and a commitment to quality, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in construction inspection and civil projects.
• Ability to interpret construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observations of civil construction projects and document findings.
• Mentor junior staff and provide oversight on quality control.

Skills

Construction Observation

Mentoring

Quality Control

Team Collaboration

Material Testing

Independent Work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school, associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

PlanGrid

Site Manager

AWP

Primavera P6

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector - ( 183543 )

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?

In the role of Senior Transportation Construction Inspector, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental projects.
• Collaborate with other Inspectors, Construction Managers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed.
• Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed.
• Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, specifications and contract documents, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Track and maintain project materials documentation.
• Perform routine material testing on concrete, soils, and other materials as necessary.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
• Provide oversight to ensure quality control tasks are monitored and documented for contract compliance.
• Working outside during inclement weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school, associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle report.
• All client required Certifications.
• Proficiency with PlanGrid, Site Manager, AWP, and other project management software.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules and Primavera P6 experience.
• Preference given to local candidates.

This position is subject to a governmental background check.

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Primary Location

United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Construction Services (HDRE)

Job Posting

Mar 3, 2025

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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