Transportation Construction Inspector

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Transportation Construction Inspector, where your expertise will contribute to vital infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in ensuring that construction meets high standards, inspecting various elements of transportation projects while collaborating with a diverse team. This position offers a flexible schedule and travel opportunities, allowing you to engage directly with the projects you help bring to life. With a commitment to employee ownership and collaboration, this organization fosters an environment where your contributions are valued and growth is encouraged. If you are passionate about construction and making a tangible impact, this role is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction inspection for transportation projects required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect earthwork, storm drainage, asphalt and concrete pavement for compliance.
• Perform material sampling, testing, and contract documentation duties.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Mathematical Functions

Office Equipment Usage

Communication Skills

Report Preparation

Flexibility

Travel Willingness

Driver's License

Tools

Calculators

Computers

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector - ( 182139 )

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. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is looking for a Transportation Construction Inspector to join our South Carolina Transportation Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in the following locations: Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, or Beaufort, SC. This individual will inspect earthwork, storm drainage, asphalt pavement, concrete pavement, and/or structures for conformance to plans and specifications. They will perform material sampling and testing, calculations, and computations, and contract documentation duties, which may include field measurements of pay items as well as other required documentation. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have considerable knowledge of mathematical functions
• Must have skills in the use of office equipment such as calculators and computers
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and explain such things as construction plans, contract provisions, and specifications
• Must have the ability to take notes and prepare or review reports, good communicative ability and the ability to instruct other employees in proper work methods
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Work requires travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspection for transportation projects preferred
• Local candidates are preferred
• SCDOT certifications, other DOT certifications or the ability to get is most preferred
• *LI-SM1

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities
• 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.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-South Carolina-Charleston

Other Locations

Industry

: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Oct 31, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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