Construction Resident Project Representative (Water)

GHD; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Wellness Benefit

Job summary

GHD is seeking an experienced Resident Project Representative/Construction Inspector to support water and wastewater projects in the Bowie, MD and Chantilly, VA region. The role requires field verification of conformance with contract documents and coordination with multiple stakeholders on-site.

You will oversee subcontractors, review submittals, manage documentation, and assist in schedule and closeout activities while traveling 90–100% of the time for field work.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in general contracting, construction inspection and/or construction management.
• Experience reading and understanding construction plans and specifications.
• Familiar with Soil Erosion & Sediment Control standards.
• Able to work in the field 90-100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Represent GHD as the on-site liaison between the construction manager, Owner and Contractor.
• Provide on-site observation of construction activities including reviewing products against approved submittals.
• Administer weekly onsite coordination meetings with the Contractor, Owner, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate and oversee third-party materials testing (soils and concrete).
• Work with client operations staff to coordinate shutdowns and other construction activities affecting Owner operations.
• Maintain an on-site set of redline drawings documenting final installed materials/equipment and deviations.
• Assist with contract closeout documentation.
• Assist in construction schedule reviews.
• Acquire and maintain certificates, submittals, testing reports, and other construction correspondence.
• Use GHD document management system for submittals, RFIs, change management and daily field reports.

Skills

Construction inspection

Field observation

Reading plans & specs

Contract coordination

MS Office

Field work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Teams

Job description

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?

Our US East Water business has an opening for a Resident Project Representative (or Construction Inspector) whose experience is focused in the area of water and wastewater facility and pipeline construction. As a Project Representative (Inspector), you will be responsible for performing field verification of conformance with contract documents for medium and large water and wastewater projects managed from our Bowie, MD and/or Chantilly, VA offices. Projects may include water distribution lines, gravity sewer lines, wastewater pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment plants.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Represent GHD as the on-site primary liaison between the construction manager, Owner and the Contractor throughout construction of the project
• Provide on-site observation of construction activities including reviewing products against approved submittals
• Administer weekly onsite coordination meetings with the Contractor, Owner, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate and oversee third-party materials testing, including but not limited to soils and concrete
• Work with client operations staff, as required, to coordinate shutdowns and other construction activities that affect Owner operations
• Maintain an on-site set of redline drawings documenting final installed materials/equipment along with any project deviations
• Assist with contract closeout documentation
• Assist in construction schedule reviews
• Acquire and maintain all certificates, submittals, testing reports, operations and maintenance manuals, and other related construction correspondence
• Utilize GHD web-based document management system, or alternative document management systems deemed appropriate by project team for all construction documentation including submittals, RFIs, change management, daily field reports, inspections, and any other contract documentation

What you will bring to the team:

• High School Diploma / GED; degrees, certifications, and other documented training and education is a plus
• 8-15 years of experience in general contracting, construction inspection and/or construction management, with a focus on water, wastewater, and stormwater projects
• Experience with reading and understanding construction plans and specifications
• Familiar with the current standards and specifications for Soil Erosion & Sediment Control
• Familiar with various construction means and methods of pipeline identification, tracing, pressure testing, and installation procedures
• Experience working with multiple subcontractors and demonstrated effective communication with clients, Owners and Contractors
• Strong computer skills with the ability to use multiple platforms and devices for documentation and communication, such as MS Word, Excel, and Teams and tablets, cameras, and mobile devices.
• Able and willing to work in the field 90-100% of the time

Benefits:

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

Salary Range: $29.50-$49.50 based on experience and location.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.