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

* Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods, and processes for buildings and facilities

* Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC, and site civil

* Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers

* Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents

* Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses

* Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed

* Conduct or Coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing

* Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily

* Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area

* Possibility for Long-term project assignments

* Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons

* Perform other duties as needed

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

* Strong written communication skills

* Eager to Learn and Ask Questions and Perform new duties as needed under supervision

* Exhibit professionalism with clients

* Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law

* Ability to work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons

* 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 college degree

* Relevant Industry Certifications

* Ability to interpret construction schedules

* General accounting knowledge.

* Familiarity with collaboration products such OneDrive, MS Teams, and OneNote.

* PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam.

* Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues.

* Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction.

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.

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