Transportation Construction Inspector; Entry-Level

Transportation Construction Inspector (Entry-Level)

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We are looking for an Entry Level Construction Inspector to join our South Carolina Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team to perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction projects utilizing SCDOT policies and procedures. Work will include materials testing, construction observation, and reporting. This position will be trained to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and be able to identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents as well as enforce these contract documents.

Night and/or weekend work may be required as dictated by client project needs.

Perform construction engineering and inspection duties on highway and bridge construction projects following SCDOT policies and procedures. Conduct materials testing, observe construction activities, and generate reports. Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts, and enforce contract documents.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law
• SCDOT experience
• Tech school degree
• Local candidates are preferred

• 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

Primary

Location:

United States, South Carolina, Charleston

Other Locations: United States, South Carolina, Beaufort;
United States, South Carolina, Columbia;
United States, South Carolina, Greenville

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng (CCC)

Job Posting: Dec 3, 2025

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.

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 the clients and communities we serve.

Our commitment as employee owners is to create 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 help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.