Construction Representative - Terminal Development Program

Freese and Nichols; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in San Antonio is seeking a Construction Representative IV to oversee compliance on various projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the construction field, ensuring work aligns with approved specifications. Responsibilities include inspecting construction work, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Preferred qualifications include relevant associate degrees and certifications, along with proficiency in project management systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience as a construction representative or inspector.
• Fully proficient using project management information systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect ongoing construction work for compliance.
• Oversee construction record keeping activities.
• Prepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings.

Skills

Construction compliance oversight

Communication with clients and contractors

Project management software proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in related field

Tools

e-Builder

Buzzsaw

FNI Manager

Site Manager

Job description

The construction representative IV will be responsible for observing construction on a variety of transportation, water and/or facilities infrastructure projects to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications. The construction representative IV may provide guidance to other construction representatives.

Major Accountabilities

• Observe and inspect ongoing construction work to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
• Oversee the construction record keeping activities by recommending payments to contractors, review proposed change orders submitted by consultants and preparing daily reports
• Prepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolution
• Provide information to project manager/construction manager to the need for change orders, extra work and/or supplemental agreements
• Communicate with client, contractors, and other employees
• Read plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction representative or inspector
• Fully proficient using project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field
• CCM Preferred
• DOT technical certifications
• ACI I
• APWA certification
• Level I NICET
• Other applicable

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.