Chief Inspector, Nanuet

Chief Inspector

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. This position covers Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties in New York. In the role of Chief Inspector, 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 and bridges Mentor junior field staff and provide supervision as needed Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documentsConduct and document observations of construction as it progresses Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected Serve as the most senior inspector on projects as needed Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications: Technical school or Associate degreeRelevant industry certifications Ability to interpret construction schedules NYSDOT or NYSTA experience 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 5 years experience Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) Strong written communication skills 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 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.) New York: $98,525 - $140,750Primary Location: United States-New York-White Plains Other Locations: United States-New York-Nanuet, United States-New York-Goshen, United States-New York-Newburgh Industry: Construction, Project Controls&Design/Build Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC) Job Posting: Mar 9, 2026 - 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.