Facilities Construction Inspector 2 (Kansas City)

Facilities Construction Inspector 2 (Kansas City)

HDR, Inc.

United States, Missouri, Kansas City

Jun 06, 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.

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 Facility Construction Inspector II, we'll count on you to:

Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities

Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil

Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers

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

Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses

Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed

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

Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily.

Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area.

Possibility for Long term project assignments.

Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law

Technical school or college degree

Relevant industry certifications

Ability to interpret construction schedules

General accounting knowledge

Familiarity with collaboration products such OneDrive, MS Teams, and OneNote

PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam or Adobe

Strong written communication skills

Eager to Learn and Ask Questions and Perform new duties as needed under supervision

Exhibit professionalism with clients

Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues

Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction

Required 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

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-Missouri-Kansas City

Industry : Water

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Construction Services (HDRE)

Job Posting : Apr 16, 2025