Resident Project Representative

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 142,750 - 158,750; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Project Representative to oversee large infrastructure construction projects in the New York City area.

You will read and interpret drawings and specs, resolve discrepancies, and manage project delivery with a focus on quality, safety, and schedule adherence. The role requires strong experience in transit infrastructure projects, coordination with subcontractors, and the ability to prepare records and closeout documentation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s in a relevant field with substantial construction management experience for infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specs, resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Project management

Field inspections

Team leadership

Education

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

GT STRUDL

SAP2000

ETABS

RAM

Primavera P6

ASITE

Procore

e‑Builder

Job description

Primary Responsibilities:

HDR's Resident Project Representative will serve as the Resident Project Representative for infrastructure projects, including transit and transportation systems. Specific duties include: reading and interpreting construction drawings and engineering specifications, identifying and resolving discrepancies; managing and overseeing large‑scale construction projects, including MTA Program Management/Construction Management (PMC/CCM) or similar projects; reviewing and accepting technical documents, submittals, and reports on behalf of the client; maintaining accurate daily records of contractor activities, labor, equipment, and materials; reviewing construction materials for compliance with contract requirements; tracking quantities and preparing pay estimates for acceptance; attending and/or chairing construction progress meetings; observing installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems; identifying nonconforming work, developing and maintaining project punch lists until corrected; preparing record documentation for engineer review and acceptance; assisting with project audits and closeout activities; and directing and overseeing activities of junior Resident Project Representatives, Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants, as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field and 3 years of experience in construction management for infrastructure projects or a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field and 5 years of experience in construction management for infrastructure projects.
• Experience must include 2 years of experience in transit infrastructure projects.
• Experience must also include experience in repairing construction drawings and specifications; structural design and analysis using AutoCAD, GT STRUDL, SAP2000, ETABS, and RAM; project management tool Primavera P6; document control systems such as ASITE, Procore, e‑Builder, or equivalent; preparing cost estimates and progress reports; conducting field inspections for site conditions, construction progress, assessing quality, and confirming compliance with codes and specifications; and managing project close‑out process.
• May require daily travel to various currently unknown field site locations within the New York City metropolitan area and/or regular monthly travel to currently unknown locations within the State of New York.
• NOTE: All HDR positions in the US may be subject to background checks and/or pre‑employment drug testing.

Pay Range:

$142,750 to $158,750 per year.

Location of Employment:

500 7th Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10018.