Civil Construction Inspector

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We believe construction services are more than project delivery; they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence.

Our construction professionals—Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists—bring deep technical knowledge, hands‑on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations.

• 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.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Provide guidance to less‑experienced field staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Technical school or Associate degree.
• Previous ODOT experience.
• Road and bridge construction experience.
• Relevant industry certifications.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.

• High school diploma or equivalent (or 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute for a high school diploma).
• 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.
• Actively participate in our employee‑owned culture.
• Adherence to HDR’s Drug and Alcohol Policy (including a drug screen if required).
• U.S. employment sponsorship (visa) is not available.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. This includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographic location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles may qualify for limited benefits.) Ohio: $60,760 - $86,800.

Primary

Location:

United States-Ohio-Cincinnati

Other Locations:
United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Ohio-Cleveland

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule:

Full‑time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng (CCC)

Job Posting:
Feb 19, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.