Civil Field Specialist

Overview

HDR is a employee-owned company dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion and seek to make a positive impact on communities and the world. Our Field Services team focuses on construction quality, safety, and integrity across infrastructure projects—from highways and bridges to water treatment, transit systems, and power facilities. Our team includes Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists who bring deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience to deliver resilient infrastructure with excellence.

HDR is an employee-owned organization that connects employees globally.

HDR is seeking a Civil Field Specialist to join our Transportation – Construction and Field Services team to work on construction projects in western Canada, based in Calgary. This role is primarily field-based construction work and requires working nights, weekends, and extended shifts. Occasional office work supporting design or coordination under the project manager may be available on projects.

• Maintain accurate daily diary entries to document construction progress and completion of contract documentation records
• Maintain daily photographic records and videos as necessary to document construction and site activities
• Keep records of completed work for tracking bid items and material quantities for payment
• Complete daily inspections in accordance with client requirements and established standards
• Monitor that construction work is in accordance with contract documents and specifications
• Monitor the contractor’s compliance with health and safety, and environmental regulations and legislation
• Supervise and implement quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
• Monitor and report on construction progress in relation to a project schedule, noting any delays or impacts
• Report to the Project Manager on onsite activities, concerns, and non-conformances, and provide recommendations for resolution
• Project coordination supporting project management and design teams
• Liaise with client representatives, as required
• Other duties as assigned

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Civil Engineering and/or relevant on-site large infrastructure construction experience
• A minimum 5 years of construction field engineering experience
• Eligibility for registration as Certified Engineering Technologist
• Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of heavy civil infrastructure (highways, bridges, buildings, railroads)
• Ability and willingness to work overtime including nights, weekends and holidays to meet project schedules; extended travel and on-site remote work are expected
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Experience with GPS or Total Station Surveying is considered an asset
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and access to a reliable vehicle

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma)
• 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

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

HDR is our company. 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.

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,…