Civil Construction Inspector 1

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Civil Roadway Inspector to join our growing Kentucky and Tennessee teams. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of transportation construction projects. You will work closely with engineers, contractors, and government agencies to oversee project progress, conduct inspections, and enforce industry standards. If you have a keen eye for detail, knowledge of roadway construction, and a passion for infrastructure development, we encourage you to apply and contribute to building safe and efficient roadways.

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector I, 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, rail, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines
• Monitor, record, and inspect progress on construction projects
• Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing
• Receive general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress
• Perform other duties as needed

You are encouraged to provide a resume as this action is a general expression of interest and is not considered an application for a specific position; your information will be reviewed by our program leadership and talent acquisition team for our current and upcoming needs throughout the organization. You are also encouraged to review all positions available on our website and apply directly to specific openings that interest you.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical school or Associate degree
• Some demonstrated experience in construction inspection
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Relevant industry certifications in Kentucky or Tennessee, or the ability to obtain
• Experience with SiteManager software
• Local candidates preferred

Primary Location

United States-Kentucky

Other Locations

United States-Kentucky-Murray, United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Kentucky-Bear Branch, United States-Kentucky-Bowling Green, United States-Kentucky-Ghent, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Madisonville, United States-Kentucky-Spottsville, United States-Kentucky-Owensville, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-Kentucky-Elizabethtown, United States-Kentucky-Salyersville, United States-Kentucky-Florence, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Kentucky-Walton, United States-Kentucky-Shelbyville, United States-Tennessee, United States-Kentucky-Glendale, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 10, 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.