About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector 1, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct field inspections and document observations of construction for civil infrastructure projects that may include: highways, bridges, railroads, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines.
• Perform field materials sampling and testing that includes tests for: concrete slump and air content, concrete compressive specimens, compaction, moisture, and aggregate gradation.
• Perform measurements and calculations necessary to determine quantity of work performed and materials required.
• Check layout and dimensions of work by utilizing basic tape measures, rules and other instruments.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Compose reports with a daily log of construction activities, personnel assigned, equipment used, weather conditions, and other information pertinent to the progress of the work.
• Write reports to document field inspections and tests performed.
• Enter and record information regarding construction projects into computer programs.
• Perform other duties as required.

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Required Qualifications & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook.)
• Strong written communication skills
• This position typically requires successfully passing pre-employment 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.
• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Technical School or Associates degree.
• Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of heavy civil infrastructure that may include: highways, bridges, buildings, or railroads. (Department of Transportation experience is a plus)
• Ability to interpret Construction Schedules.
• Ability to travel to remote work sites outside of the assigned work location of either St. Louis or Kansas City metropolitan area.
• Ability to work overtime, including nights and weekends to meet project schedules. (Expect discussions with assigned supervisor to maintain work life balance.)
• Ability to navigate through outdoor construction sites by walking, navigating slopes, hills and other rough terrain or obstacles to facilitate completion of assigned tasks in all seasons and environmental conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and navigate structures of varying heights.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment necessary for performance of inspections and testing.

Anticipated Training Provided and Expectations for this role

• Discussion of onboarding plan with Supervisor to set Goals and provided Guidance for a Career at HDR.
• HDR University onboarding program.
• HDR University Field Inspector Training.
• Complete OSHA 10 Hour Certification.
• Mentoring to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Mentoring to communicate proficiently through verbal and written correspondence.
• Mentoring to interact positively with project teams.
• Mentoring to use survey equipment and other tools to check and confirm construction.
• New hires may go through DOT technician courses and/or other technical organizations to obtain required certifications to develop knowledge and build resumes for required certifications for project and client needs.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.