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HDR, Inc.

Construction EIT / Coordinator

HDR, Inc., Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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About HDR At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring authentic ideas to work daily and weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our culture. We constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Position Summary HDR is looking for a Construction EIT to join our Transportation Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Program in Charleston, SC. The candidate will work individually and as part of a team of inspectors to verify construction activities, ensure compliance with plans and specifications, and communicate effectively with contractors. Strong communication and problem‑resolution skills are essential, as daily interactions occur with multiple stakeholders. SCDOT certifications for material testing and sampling (asphalt, concrete, foundations) are a plus. The role requires excellent organization to generate and maintain project documentation, including letters, testing reports, and daily diaries.

Responsibilities

Conduct reviews and verifications of construction schedules, and assist in preparing cost estimates and specifications for construction projects

Perform routine engineering assignments requiring spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software

Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables

Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers on larger projects

Direct clerical and technical personnel as needed

Perform other duties as required

Preferred Qualifications

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or the ability to attain it within 6 months

Candidates hired without an EIT will be titled "Coordinator" and must obtain their EIT for career progression

Minimum of 1 year of construction engineering or inspection experience on SCDOT projects highly preferred

Strong people skills and ability to interact with the construction team

SCDOT Inspector Certifications

Ability to pass SCDOT Inspector Certification classes as assigned

Local candidates are preferred

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field

Knowledge of MS Office, Primavera, scheduling software, spreadsheets, and databases

Interest and/or experience in the construction field

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture

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 play a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work each day.

Our Employee Network Groups Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees to foster belonging and support.

Location: Charleston, South Carolina.

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