Resident Project Representative II - Aviation - Southeast Region

Mannik Smith Group; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Holiday and paid-time-off programs

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Mentorship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and dental insurance premiums

Disability insurance (short/long)

Job summary

Talbert, Bright & Ellington, LLC (TBE) is a full-service aviation engineering firm focused on planning, design, and construction for airports in the Southeast region. We are seeking a full-time Resident Project Representative II to support airfield and landside projects across the region.

The position is based in Wilmington, NC. The candidate will act as on-site liaison during construction, monitor progress, document activities, and coordinate with airport staff, contractors, and design teams to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of field inspection experience on construction contracts.
• Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s with 2+ years civil engineering/inspection.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site representative during construction.
• Monitor daily construction activities for compliance with contract documents and standards.
• Prepare daily reports, field notes, photos, and quantity tracking.
• Coordinate meetings with airport staff, contractors, and designers.
• Review contractor pay applications, submittals, and RFIs.
• Verify quality control, safety, and adherence to timelines.
• Assist with materials testing coordination and tracking.
• Communicate field observations to the design team and airport staff.
• Support closeout activities including punch lists, inspections, and record drawings.

Skills

Field inspection

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Analysis

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (engineering)

Bachelor's degree (civil eng)

Job description

Resident Project Representative II - Aviation - Southeast Region

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Wilmington, NC

Compensation: $75,000 - $115,000 / year

Description

Talbert, Bright & Ellington, LLC. (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 30 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 Requests for Information (RFIs).
• 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