Transportation Field Inspector II – Civil Infrastructure

HDR, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is hiring a Transportation Construction Inspector 2 in the Washington, DC area.

The role focuses on observing and documenting field construction progress across civil infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental work. You will collaborate with inspectors, engineers, and project managers to interpret plans, track materials, and perform material testing as needed.

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure (roads, bridges, transit, rail, environmental projects).
• Collaborate with other Inspectors, Construction Managers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• 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.
• Work outside during inclement weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PlanGrid

Site Manager

AWP

Primavera P6

Job description

HDR, Inc. is hiring a Transportation Construction Inspector 2 in the Washington, DC area.

The role focuses on observing and documenting field construction progress across civil infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, transit, rail, and environmental work. You will collaborate with inspectors, engineers, and project managers to interpret plans, track materials, and perform material testing as needed.