Civil Construction Inspector

Civil Construction Inspector

HDR, Inc.

United States, Tennessee, Nashville

Jun 04, 2025

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?

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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.

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

Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines

Monitor, record and inspect progress on construction projects

Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers

Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing

Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents

Receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress

May provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Technical school or Associate degree

Some demonstrated experience in construction inspection

Ability to interpret construction schedules

3 or more years experience

TDOT experience preferred

The following TDOT, or equivalent, technician certifications are desired:

OSHA 10 Safety Training Construction - Asphalt

Roadway Paving Inspector

Asphalt Plant Technician

Class 1 Concrete Technician

Soils and Aggregate Technician

Nuclear Gauge Training

EPSC TDEC Level I

Guardrail Installation Training

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong written communication skills

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 : United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Other Locations : United States-Tennessee, United States-Tennessee-Memphis

Industry : Highway + Road

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting : Nov 12, 2024