Construction Engineer (Kansas City)
HDR, Inc.
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Jun 14, 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?
Watch Our Story:' '
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 Construction Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Perform complex construction assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures
Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding and scheduling
Receive, issue and track RFIs, submittals and other required data
Be eager to learn, ask questions, work under and receive direction and supervision from Resident Project Representatives, and Project Managers
Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, class 1 railroad projects, buildings, facilities, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines (including electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil)
Monitor, record, and inspect progress on construction projects
Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily
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
Participate in client development and project pursuits, and receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress
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
A minimum of 3 years' experience in construction engineering
Experience with Steel Structures & Foundations- DPG, Trusses, & TPG
Freight Rail Experience and/or DOT Experience
Inspection Certifications
Knowledge or Rail materials and safety requirements
Perform complex construction assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures
Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding and scheduling
Receive, issue and track RFIs, submittals and other required data
Understanding of Project Management principles
Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of Heavy civil infrastructure for DOT, freight or passenger Railroads
Ability to interpret construction schedules
Cost analysis experience pertaining to construction
General accounting knowledge
Plan/Detail reading
PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam
Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues
Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction
This position requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field
Previous construction engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience using Microsoft Office, Estimating & CPM Scheduling Software, and web-based document collaboration software.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 : Freight Rail
Schedule : Full-time
Employee Status : Regular
BusinessClass : Construction Services (HDRE)
Job Posting : Apr 16, 2025
HDR, Inc.
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Jun 14, 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?
Watch Our Story:' '
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 Construction Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Perform complex construction assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures
Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding and scheduling
Receive, issue and track RFIs, submittals and other required data
Be eager to learn, ask questions, work under and receive direction and supervision from Resident Project Representatives, and Project Managers
Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, class 1 railroad projects, buildings, facilities, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines (including electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil)
Monitor, record, and inspect progress on construction projects
Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily
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
Participate in client development and project pursuits, and receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress
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
A minimum of 3 years' experience in construction engineering
Experience with Steel Structures & Foundations- DPG, Trusses, & TPG
Freight Rail Experience and/or DOT Experience
Inspection Certifications
Knowledge or Rail materials and safety requirements
Perform complex construction assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures
Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding and scheduling
Receive, issue and track RFIs, submittals and other required data
Understanding of Project Management principles
Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of Heavy civil infrastructure for DOT, freight or passenger Railroads
Ability to interpret construction schedules
Cost analysis experience pertaining to construction
General accounting knowledge
Plan/Detail reading
PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam
Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues
Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction
This position requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing
Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field
Previous construction engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience using Microsoft Office, Estimating & CPM Scheduling Software, and web-based document collaboration software.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 : Freight Rail
Schedule : Full-time
Employee Status : Regular
BusinessClass : Construction Services (HDRE)
Job Posting : Apr 16, 2025
Job ID: 481731812
Originally Posted on: 6/18/2025
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