Resident Project Engineer & Field Lead

HDR, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Project Representative II / Resident Engineer in Boston to oversee field construction activities, read plans, manage daily records, and ensure contract compliance. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery on multidisciplinary projects in infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have a PE or CCM and strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills. This on-site position offers benefits like employee ownership and a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Computer literate; experience with Primavera or related construction packages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Construction Technology

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Project Representative II / Resident Engineer in Boston to oversee field construction activities, read plans, manage daily records, and ensure contract compliance. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery on multidisciplinary projects in infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have a PE or CCM and strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills. This on-site position offers benefits like employee ownership and a comprehensive package.