Construction Site Representative

International Executive Service Corps; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. in Niskayuna, NY is seeking a Construction Site Representative to oversee subcontractor management from conception to closeout on the Knolls Laboratory project.

The CSR ensures safety, quality, and regulatory compliance and acts as the primary liaison with the contractor's project team. The role requires field construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing subcontractor work and administration.
• Ability to review Material Disposition Lists (waste) for projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA and related documents.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings.
• Strong communication and leadership qualities.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor work from conception to closeout.
• Oversee performance, safety, quality, and compliance per policies.
• Act as primary liaison with the contractor's project manager.
• Review and approve Waste Disposition Lists for upcoming projects.
• Provide guidance to preclude subcontractor rework and minimize risk.

Skills

Self-directed

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Field construction experience

OSHA knowledge

Team coordination

Job description

Spectra Tech, Inc. is hiring for a Construction Site Representative in Niskayuna, NY.

Applications will be accepted until October 12th, 2026

Job Description

The CSR is responsible for the management of construction, maintenance, or site services subcontracts from conception to closeout for the Knolls Laboratory. This individual will implement construction, maintenance, or site services subcontract management in accordance with established Construction Management policies and procedures.

The CSR will oversee and monitor performance, compliance, quality, and safety in accordance with OSHA and site-specific requirements. CSR actions ensure subcontractor adherence to the subcontract, assists in preventing subcontractor failure, reduce project related misdirection, prevents multiple lines of communication, provides appropriate guidance to preclude subcontractor rework and reduces compliance risk.

As the primary point of contact for the contractor's project manager, the CSR will develop a working relationship with the project manager and their team to support successful execution of the contract.

Must have the ability to successfully obtain an L-Clearance

• Subcontractor Work Administrator (NNL Qualification).
• Review and approve Material Disposition Lists (waste) for upcoming projects: NNL Qualification (Waste Chemical Representative).
• Self directed.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and related documents.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a multi-faceted team.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical documents and drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate technical ideas/concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Field construction experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The ability to be self-directed with minimal supervision while overseeing contractor activities.
• Expert knowledge of subcontract policies and procedures and the manner in which these policies and procedures are flowed down by an Owner or Contractor to Subcontractors and Subcontractor sub-tiers.
• Review of multi-disciplined procedures and contractor submitted plans.
• Provide oversight for environmental, safety, and health protocols.
• Provide input to Project Execution Plans.
• Respond to unplanned events or unforeseen conditions.
• Document subcontractor's performance.
• Field construction experience.

At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time—personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer