Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Entry Level Construction Inspector, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of highway and bridge construction projects. This exciting opportunity allows you to engage in materials testing, construction observation, and reporting while working alongside a dedicated team. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative environment where your contributions can truly make a difference. If you have a passion for construction and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a high school diploma and MS Office skills.
• Candidates should possess strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge projects.
• Conduct materials testing, construction observation, and reporting.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tech school degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level) - (182141)

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?

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 an Entry Level Construction Inspector to join our North Carolina Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team to perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction projects utilizing NCDOT policies and procedures. Work will include materials testing, construction observation, and reporting. This position will be trained to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and be able to identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents as well as enforcement of these contract documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• NCDOT experience
• Tech school degree
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in 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.

Primary Location

Other Locations

Industry

: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Business Class: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng (CCC)

Job Posting

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.