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Overview

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, continually asking: What is our impact on the world?

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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.

Key Responsibilities

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads), you’ll perform the following functions & responsibilities:

- Capable of assisting the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office engineering work, including but not limited to the following: 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.

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum 2 years experience in highway/roadway construction inspection
- Experience on Caltrans projects
- 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 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 workplace where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Benefits

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 $32.14 – $45.90 hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Compensation may increase 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.

Location

Primary Location: United States-California-Folsom

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

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting

Feb 11, 2026

Equal Prospect Statement

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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📌 Civil Construction Inspector (Highway & Roads) (Stockton)
🏢 HDR
📍 Stockton