
Civil Construction Inspector 2
Cincinnati, OHJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Job overview
HDR’s Field Services team supports infrastructure construction by safeguarding quality, safety, and trust. The Civil Construction Inspector 2 observes and documents civil construction work, interprets project documents, collaborates with field representatives and project managers, and guides less-experienced staff. Projects may include roads, bridges, water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines.
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Full job description
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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/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. 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. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. In the role of Civil Construction Inspector 2 we'll count on you to: - 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 - Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses - Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed - Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications - Technical school or Associate degree - Previous ODOT experience - Road and bridge construction experience - Relevant Industry Certifications - Ability to interpret construction schedules Required Qualifications - 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's Drug and Alcohol Policy supports our commitment to employee safety and exceeding client requirements. The Drug and Alcohol Policy prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while on HDR or client premises, or while otherwise engaged in HDR business. This position may require a successful drug-screen prior to hire and thereafter, based on client requirements and applicable country, state and/or provincial laws and regulations. - Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. What We BelieveHDR is our company
How this job compares
Set against the 767 open Construction Inspector jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$76–115K/yr124 salary ranges
- US median$37–57/hr257 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 31 open Construction Inspector jobs in Ohio and 767 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Ohio
- CTL Engineering8 open
- American Structurepoint, Inc.4 open
- HDR Engineering, Inc. (this employer)4 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Construction Inspector postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (523 postings).
- Education
- 90 of the 767 open Construction Inspector jobs (12%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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