Resident Project Representative II - Aviation - Southeast Region

Mannik Smith Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking a Resident Project Representative II in Charlotte, NC, focused on supporting aviation projects. This full-time role requires acting as the primary on-site representative during construction, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant field inspection experience or appropriate degrees. Benefits include competitive health insurance, 401(k) plans, mentorship programs, and more, fostering career development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of field inspection experience OR
• 5+ years of relevant experience with an Associate degree OR
• 2+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on-site representative during construction phases.
• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance.
• Prepare daily reports and field notes.
• Coordinate construction meetings with various stakeholders.
• Review contractor pay applications and RFIs.
• Verify quality control measures and safety compliance.

Skills

Field inspection experience

Interpreting engineering plans

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in engineering or construction-related field

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Resident Project Representative II - Aviation - Southeast Region

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlotte, NC

Description

Talbert, Bright & Ellington, Inc. (TBE) is a full-service, professional aviation engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction for airports in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina for over 28 years.

Currently, TBE is seeking a full-time Resident Project Representative (RPR) II to support airfield and landside projects and clients at airports across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on-site representative for TBE during the construction phase of assigned projects.
• Monitor and document daily construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare daily reports, field notes, photo documentation, and quantity tracking for contractor work.
• Coordinate and participate in construction meetings with airport staff, contractors, and project designers.
• Review contractor pay applications, submittals, and RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Verify quality control measures, safety compliance, and adherence to project timelines.
• Assist with materials testing coordination and tracking.
• Communicate field observations and issues clearly to the design team and airport staff.
• Support project closeout efforts including punch lists, final inspections, and record drawings.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8+ years of field inspection experience involving construction contracts OR
• Associate degree in engineering or construction-related field and 5+ years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field and 2+ years of civil engineering, construction, or inspection experience.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Must be capable of effective oral and written communication; work in a team-oriented manner, and possess analytical and organizational skills.
• High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.

We Offer

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More