About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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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 Civil Construction Inspector 2, we'll count on you to:

1. Performing and assisting in performing the duties of an Assistant Resident Engineer, including, but not limited to, roadway construction inspection, quantity calculations, checking grade and alignment, labor compliance interviews, traffic control review, and assuring compliance with project plans and specifications.
2. Identifying actual and potential problems associated with the construction project work and recommending sound engineering solutions in a timely manner.
3. Maintaining an awareness of safety and health requirements and assuring compliance with applicable regulations and construction contract provisions for the protection of the public and construction project personnel.
4. Preparing quantity calculations, records, reports, and correspondence related to construction project activities.
5. Assisting in the preparation of final As-Built plans and reports at the completion of construction.
6. Performing minor construction surveying activities including, but not limited to, barrier rail layout, grades, incidental slope grade check points and shoulder grades as covered under Caltrans Surveys Manual, Chapter 12, Section 1-1 "Responsibilities."
7. Performing the Inspection and compliance monitoring of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)/Best Management Practices (BMP).
8. Performs other duties as needed.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience, 2 of those years of experience in roadway construction inspection of highways or major public works projects performing the duties described in this Contract.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, or issued by another jurisdiction and accepted by the California Board.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $58,905 - $118,766.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Compensation may increase/vary if/when services are performed that are covered by California's Prevailing Wage laws on public sector projects or are covered by other applicable wage and hour laws.