Field RPR: Water & Wastewater Pipeline Projects

Jacobs; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Pipeline RPR to support critical infrastructure projects across New Mexico. You will serve as the on-site representative, performing construction observation, documenting field activities, and ensuring safety and contract compliance.

You will work with engineers, contractors, and owners to deliver reliable water distribution and wastewater collections systems, maintaining daily field reports, tracking progress, and resolving field issues while

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in water, wastewater, underground utility, or pipeline construction.
• Experience as RPR, Construction Inspector, or Owner's Representative.
• Strong understanding of water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.

Responsibilities

• On-site observation of pipeline construction to verify compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Documenting and reporting non-conforming work, including deviations from plans, materials, or installation procedures.
• Conducting final inspections to confirm all punch list items and contract requirements are completed.
• Monitoring installation of water distribution and wastewater systems, including excavation, pipe laying, bedding, backfill, and testing.
• Assisting with inspection of valves, manholes, lift stations, service connections, and appurtenances.
• Verifying contractor compliance with safety requirements, including trench safety and equipment operation.
• Maintaining daily field reports, photos, quantities, and progress logs for engineering and owner review.
• Coordinating with engineers, contractors, and utility staff to resolve field issues and clarify design intent.
• Observing pressure tests, leakage tests, mandrel tests, deflection tests, and disinfection procedures.
• Tracking materials delivered and installed, ensuring correct pipe type, diameter, fittings, and joint systems.
• Supporting change order documentation by identifying field conditions that differ from design.
• Ensuring environmental compliance, including erosion control, dewatering, and proper handling of wastewater flows during bypass operations.

Skills

Field documentation

Construction safety

Reading drawings

MS Office

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Site observation

OSHA knowledge

Tools

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Pipeline RPR to support critical infrastructure projects across New Mexico. You will serve as the on-site representative, performing construction observation, documenting field activities, and ensuring safety and contract compliance.

You will work with engineers, contractors, and owners to deliver reliable water distribution and wastewater collections systems, maintaining daily field reports, tracking progress, and resolving field issues while