Inspector - RPR

*Locations: Indiana - Indianapolis, New Albany, and Terre Haute.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and meticulous Resident Project Representative (Construction Inspector) to join our team. The Civil Engineering Construction Inspector will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating construction projects to ensure they comply with design plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in civil engineering, exceptional attention to detail, and effective communication skills to interact with project stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of civil engineering construction projects, including roadways, bridges, utilities, drainage systems, and other infrastructure components.
• Serve the project owner as an on-site representative.
• Maintain a daily report of construction inspection activities.
• Complete financial administration duties of the contract, including creating, reviewing and/or approving project pay estimates and change orders and assisting the project owner with budget control.
• Ensure the project is built according to the plans and specifications.
• Examine finished installations to ensure conformity to standards.
• Perform and/or observe asphalt, soils, concrete and other material testing per INDOT standards.
• Assist with the coordination of utility relocation efforts.
• Serve as the liaison between the contractor and design firm.
• Serve as the liaison between the project owner and the general public by attending or leading public meetings, addressing public concerns and/or assisting with travel detour routes and closure notices.
• Host routine progress coordination and scheduling meetings as needed.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering or a high school diploma with related work experience in transportation inspection.
• Five (5) years of relevant, progressive experience in the civil engineering or construction management industry for supervisor role; Two (2) years of relevant experience in the civil engineering or construction management industry for inspector role.
• Successful completion or actively seeking completion of the six INDOT Certified Technician exams.
• Ability to travel up to 100 miles per day.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to work with a team.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Site Manager Proficiency Certification
• Up to date INDOT Independent Assurance written and field proficiencies.
• INDOT Level I Stormwater Certification
• Previous experience working on INDOT LPA projects.

Why Work with Us

HWC Company Culture is proud of its employee compensation packages and profit sharing. Over the last decade, HWC has given annual raises and performance-based bonuses and recognition unmatched by competitors!

• Named one of the best places to work in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce in 2016 – 2023.
• HWC offers flexible work environment and schedules: hybrid in-office and full-time in office work environments are available dependent upon position / situation (ability to work from home).
• Highly competitive salary along with performance-based bonuses and recognition.
• Paid time off available upon hire and at the start of each new year.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

ABOUT HWC

HWC Engineering is a full-service consulting engineering firm that provides water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, inspection, site engineering, survey, landscape architecture and planning services to both the public and private sectors.

Founded in 1989 in Terre Haute, Indiana, HWC has additional offices in Indianapolis, Lafayette, Muncie and New Albany, allowing us to provide professional engineering services to clients throughout Indiana and the Midwest.

HWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, gender or any status protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence and performance.