Resident Project Representative

HDR, Inc.

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 76,000 - 109,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Away

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Project Representative I to support HDR’s Transportation activities in Boston.

You will read and interpret construction drawings, maintain daily records, review materials for contract compliance, and assist with audits and closeout while coordinating with senior engineers and inspectors. Ideal candidates hold an Engineering/Construction degree with multidisciplinary project experience, and an EIT/PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or equivalent.
Experience on multidisciplinary projects.
Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
Sponsorship (visa) for US employment is not available.
Team-oriented and able to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts.
Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's activities and of 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.
Observe installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
Identify nonconforming work and develop punchlists for correction.
Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
Assist with project audit/closeout.
Supervise junior Resident Project Representatives and construction inspectors.

Skills

EIT/PE license

Construction experience

Read construction schedules

Problem solving

Local candidates

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience

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 transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Resident Project Representative I

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 correctedDevelop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
Assist with project audit/closeout
Work under general supervision of a more-senior Resident Project Representative or Design Project Manager
Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Preferred Qualifications

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
Previous construction experience with a consulting firm
Ability to interpret construction schedules
Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
Local candidates preferred

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated 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.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes: