Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level)

HDR; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction engineering firm is seeking an Entry Level Construction Inspector to join their team in Winston-Salem, NC. The role includes performing construction inspections on highway and bridge projects, conducting materials testing, and ensuring compliance with contract documents. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.
• Successfully passing drug‑screening procedures prior to being hired.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction.
• Conduct materials testing, construction observation, and reporting.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong written and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to travel to meetings and site visits

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tech school degree

Job description

Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level)

We are 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. The 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction projects.
• Conduct materials testing, construction observation, and reporting.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Enforce contract documents and NCDOT policies and procedures.

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.
• Ability 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 preferred.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successfully passing drug‑screening procedures prior to being hired and subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing thereafter.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Location

Primary location: Raleigh, NC. Other locations: Winston‑Salem, Charlotte, Wilmington, Asheville, and other North Carolina locations.

Employment Details

Full‑time, regular employee status. BusinessClass: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC). Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.

EEO Statement

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.