Construction On-Site Representative

CHA Consulting, Inc.; City of Albany, New York (NY, NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. in Albany, NY seeks a Construction On-Site Representative to serve as the owner's field liaison, overseeing daily activities, coordinating with general contractors, and ensuring work aligns with plans, schedules, and contracts.

The role requires a high school diploma, 7+ years of site management experience, OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred), and proficiency in Word/Excel. Travel locally and strong communication are essential for project success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; an Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of construction site management experience.
• OSHA 10-hour certification required; OSHA 30-hour preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and contract documents.
• Strong MS Word and Excel with detailed reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the client’s on-site representative, providing day-to-day field oversight and coordination of construction activities.
• Manage and coordinate daily work of general contractors and owner-retained contractors to maintain progress and schedule alignment.
• Monitor construction quality, safety, and compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Maintain continuous communication with owners, project managers, contractors, and design teams to resolve issues and anticipate risks.
• Organize and maintain job sites, field offices, schedules, and comprehensive project documentation.
• Prepare clear, detailed daily reports capturing progress, site conditions, staffing, inspections, and photo documentation.
• Support punch list execution, corrective work oversight, and project closeout activities.

Skills

On-site construction leadership

Clear communication

Planner coordination

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Us:

Serve as the Trusted Construction On‑Site Representative — Driving Accountability, Alignment, and Construction Excellence

Are you energized by active construction environments where strong field presence, sound judgment, and clear communication keep projects moving forward? Do you take pride in staying ahead of challenges—supporting coordination in real time while ensuring work is executed accurately and efficiently?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Construction On‑Site Representative to join our PMCM Team in Albany, NY. In this role, you will serve as the owner’s dedicated field liaison—overseeing daily site activities, fostering collaboration across stakeholders, and confirming construction progress aligns with project plans, schedules, and contractual expectations. This opportunity places you at the center of project delivery, partnering with project managers, design teams, contractors, and clients to uphold safety, quality, and successful outcomes.

Work locations will include the greater Albany and Hudson Valley regions.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the client’s primary on‑site representative, providing day‑to‑day field oversight and coordination of construction activities
• Manage and coordinate daily work of general contractors and owner‑retained contractors to maintain progress and schedule alignment
• Monitor construction quality, safety, and compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Maintain continuous communication with owners, project managers, contractors, and design teams to resolve issues and anticipate risks
• Organize and maintain job sites, field offices, schedules, and comprehensive project documentation
• Prepare clear, detailed daily reports capturing progress, site conditions, staffing, inspections, and photo documentation
• Support punch list execution, corrective work oversight, and project closeout activities

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma required; Associate’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of construction site management experience required
• OSHA 10-hour certification required; OSHA 30-hour certification preferred
• Advanced knowledge of public and private construction procurement and processes, construction industry laws, regulations, and best practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and contract documents
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel with detailed reported experience required
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast‑paced field environment
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills across diverse stakeholders including owners, architects, and general contractors
• Ability to travel locally as needed

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Play a key role in construction projects that shape communities and deliver meaningful results for our clients
• Be at the center of the action in a fast‑paced field environment where your decisions, awareness, and attention to detail truly matter
• Partner with a driven PMCM team that thrives on collaboration, takes ownership, and champions strong client representation

Curious about the impactful work our PMCM team is doing? Discover our commitment to client advocacy, project excellence, and innovative solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/program-owners-project-management/.

Salary Range:

$95,000 - $115,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.