Job Description

Overview

Base pay range: $42.00/hr - $92.00/hr

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads), we'll count on you to perform the following functions and responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Capable of assisting the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office engineering work including, but not limited to: inspection of non-structural construction operations; inspection of traffic control system compliance; contract change order (CCO) preparation, review, and analysis; and Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) enforcement.
• Capable of reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control systems, including lane closures, in accordance with Caltrans standards and requirements.
• Personnel reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control system work shall have one (1) year demonstrated experience in such work.
• Knowledge and experience with equipment used in roadway construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering.
• Knowledge of computers, computer applications, and computer software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others); Critical Path Method (CPM) software such as Primavera Project Planner (P3, P6) and SureTrak, or any updated version, as a minimum; Scheduler Analyzer Pro; and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with monitoring labor compliance. Knowledge of subcontracting laws and policies.
• Knowledge and experience with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) and Small Business requirements including determining Commercially Useful Function (CUF) of a contractor or material supplier.
• Knowledge and experience with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and the General Permit.
• Knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual.
• Proper background clearance, as necessary, when performing work on or near the rail system.
• Experience assisting Resident Engineers in preparation of the Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA) position papers and meetings.
• Experience in assisting Resident Engineers to respond to preliminary claim findings and preparation for Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA).
• Experience in preparation of Claims files, documents and reports.
• Knowledge and experience in keeping complete, accurate, and concise records of the work and quantities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 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
• 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
• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 2yrs experience in highway/roadway construction inspection
• Experience on Caltrans projects
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

What We Believe

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 to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

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, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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 away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.): $42.00/hr - $92.00/hr. DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. Compensation may 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.

Locations

Primary Location: United States-California-Folsom

Other Locations: United States-California-Fresno, United States-California-Merced, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-Stockton

Job Details

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting: Sep 29, 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.

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