Lead Resident Project Representative

Hazen and Sawyer; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hazen and Sawyer, based in Fairfax, is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to lead the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role requires 12+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage construction projects effectively.

The position offers comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities, while fostering a creative work environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years relevant construction experience in heavy construction, preferably in water/wastewater.
• Familiarity with construction methods of civil, structural, and mechanical engineering.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Able to move around active construction sites safely.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn construction-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CM program for plant upgrade with Owner’s staff.
• Conduct on-site observations and inspections of water/wastewater facility projects.
• Manage requests for proposals and review payment applications.
• Communicate with multi-discipline teams and contractors.
• Verify work in accordance with approved shop drawings.
• Assist with project start-up, testing, and training activities.

Skills

Construction management

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction management software

Education

CCM or PE certification

Tools

PROCORE

Bluebeam Revu

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Senior Resident Engineer

In-person (5 days in field/office)

Hazen & Sawyer is seeking a senior Resident Engineer to lead the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities and conveyance facilities in the Ashburn, VA area. The RE will manage the construction, coordination, documentation, and inspection activities for various water and wastewater facilities and pipeline projects.

About Hazen & Sawyer

• Founded in 1951, we are an employee‑owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
• Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• We currently have over 2,400 employees in 90+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
• A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals.
• We have a growing staff of nearly 100 water professionals in Georgia.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall CM program for this plant upgrade with Owner’s staff and provide leadership and oversight for Hazen’s team of deputy RPRs, CMs, engineers and inspectors.
• Conduct on‑site observations, monitoring, inspection, and evaluation of construction activities of water/wastewater facility projects.
• Manage and prepare requests for proposals, verify material quantities, and review payment applications.
• Coordinate and communicate with multi‑discipline Hazen teams, owner, contractor, and third‑party inspection/testing firms.
• Review and interpret Contract Documents including project specifications and drawings.
• Verify and track work in accordance with approved shop drawing submittals.
• Assist in the processing and review of RFIs and shop drawings prepared by the Contractor.
• Prepare sketches and assemble data for the Design Engineer's use.
• Observe Contractor performance and compliance with safety requirements.
• Assist and coordinate with project start‑up, testing, checkout, and training activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between the Contractor, the Design Engineer, the Facility Managers, and the Owner.
• Review Contractor’s schedules, monthly pay estimates, and manage the review of change orders.
• Use cloud‑based software for project documentation such as PROCORE, Bluebeam Revu, Pix4D, etc.
• Interface with clients and perform client management activities.
• Assist Hazen engineering design teams to provide constructability reviews and VE reviews.
• Other construction and project management activities, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years relevant construction experience in heavy construction, mechanical and electrical construction, preferably in the water/wastewater industry.
• Familiarity with construction methods typical of civil, structural, and mechanical engineering, and construction materials testing.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to easily move around active construction sites safely and effectively.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and ability to learn construction‑specific software (i.e., Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam).
• CCM or PE certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• CQM and OSHA-10 certification a plus.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans).
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation.
• Short and long‑term disability, and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
• Employer‑contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support.
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in‑house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships.
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education, and geographical location.