Resident Project Rep Senior

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Resident Project Representative to join our Building Engineering Services team in Texas. You will provide on-site construction observation, documentation, quality oversight, and coordination to ensure conformance with plans, specs, and standards.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, tracking progress, generating pay estimates, and leading junior staff. Travel to client sites is expected, with strong communication and problem-solving skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction tech, or equivalent experience.
• Strong reading of drawings/specifications and contract knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Ability to travel and work onsite at client locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and specs, identify discrepancies.
• Maintain daily records of contractor activities, labor, and materials.
• Review materials for contract compliance and develop pay estimates.
• Attend and chair progress meetings and coordinate with team.
• Observe installation and commissioning tests of equipment/systems.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Con-

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

HDR is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Resident Project Representative Senior to join our team and play an important role in delivering high-quality construction projects for our clients. In this role, you will serve as a key member of the project team, providing on-site construction observation, documentation, quality oversight, and coordination to help ensure projects are built in accordance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and applicable standards.

In the role of Resident Project Representative Senior, we'll count on you to:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous data center construction experience with an engineering or consulting firm
• Ability to read, interpret, and monitor construction schedules and project timelines
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and recommend practical solutions to the Engineer
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with contractors, clients, inspectors, and project team members
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and effectively manage multiple priorities in a field environment
• Willingness and ability to travel and work onsite at client locations as required #LI-CA1

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 10 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

BusinessClass : Field Services

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Haskell

Other Locations

United States-Oklahoma-Muskogee County, United States-Texas-Colorado City, United States-Texas-Vernon, United States-Oklahoma-Owasso, United States-Texas-Hubbard, United States-Texas-Abernathy

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 13, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affir Reset and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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