Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Why HRC?

Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. Engineering. Environment. Excellence. We pride ourselves on our 100+ years of service to our municipal, industrial, and private clients' and know it would not be possible without our dedicated most valued team players. At HRC an investment in our people runs at the core of our business and what we do – it drives on our purpose and progress and keeps us going. Our Partners agree with this philosophy and live out these values every day through their interactions with our employees and clients. 

**SPECIAL NOTE: HRC does not participate in sponsorships

Job Summary:

The Construction Observer will be capable of learning how to read and understand contract documents, prepare and produce daily reports, observe and understand construction techniques and procedures, and quantify and record contract pay items. To be considered for this position, you must have at least 2 years of related experience in Materials Testing and Field Inspection. We are seeking qualified individuals capable of performing construction inspection and reporting for underground utility, road or bridge construction projects.

On a given day your work might include:

• Ensuring communication with project managers, design professionals, contractors, and clients' by making recommendations and pointing out potential problems
• Informing project manager, contractors, cilents' and design professionals of the progress or delays of a project
• Reading and interpreting construction plans, blueprints, and maps
• Evaluating and reviewing plans and specifications for the job site to be inspected
• Managing deadlines, while prioritizing assignments and preparing final documentation reports
• Performing on-site Density and Concrete testing on an as needed basis

What Projects for this role include...?

• Assuring quality of contractor work and compliance with plan specifications and standards for inspection site
• Keeping record and filing documents and project files for the organization during the duration of the project's lifecycle

The Ideal Candidate Possesses: 

• 2+ years of related work experience
• The ability to be adaptable under changing priorities
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Proficient with basic math (e.g. calculating areas and volumes)
• Familiarity with MDOT FieldBook software (Preferred)
• Past experience with MDOT-related construction projects
• A valid Driver's License - Will be traveling to Field Sites in Southwest Michigan
• MDOT Density, MCA Concrete, MDOT HMA Paving, Storm Water Operator

Benefits: 

• Team and family-oriented work environment
• Advancement opportunities
• Extracurricular activities (softball team, golf league, social activities, etc.)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Generous PTO available starting day 1
• Hourly position with time and ½ overtime pay
• 401K Plan
• Employer sponsored continuing education
• Referral Bonus Program
• Mentoring program
• Attend community-based events
• Employee Appreciation Committee
• HRC Swag!

HRC has been recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and one of the Cool Places to Work in Michigan in addition to being awarded 2025’s Detroit Free Press and USA’s Top Places to Work for the second year in a row. Our innovative and forward-thinking community of professionals work together to design and build excellent engineering proposals for our clients. We are looking for candidates that are self-driven, view challenges as an opportunity to learn and grow, and ultimately, passionate drivers in leading our future forward filled with opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Founded in 1915, Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. (HRC) provides a full range of engineering and architectural services to municipal, industrial and private clients. Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, HRC also maintains nine branch offices. HRC has been listed as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and was named one of the Cool Places to Work in Michigan and 2025 Top Places to Work Nationally by Crain’s Detroit Business magazine.

Company Description

Founded in 1915, Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. (HRC) provides a full range of engineering and architectural services to municipal, industrial and private clients. Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, HRC also maintains nine branch offices. HRC has been listed as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and was named one of the Cool Places to Work in Michigan and 2025 Top Places to Work Nationally by Crain’s Detroit Business magazine.

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