Resident Project Representative II (Construction Observation) | Municipal & Water Resources

Hrg Inc; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HRG, a nationally recognized consulting engineering firm, seeks a Resident Project Representative II (Construction Observation) in King of Prussia, PA. You will be the on-site lead, ensuring quality, safety, and conformance with plans on public works and private projects.

Responsibilities include reviewing schedules, attending meetings, coordinating with engineers and contractors, observing work progress, and documenting daily records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Review project schedules, shop drawing submittals, and schedules of values.
• Attend pre-construction and progress meetings, document key discussions, and circulate meeting minutes.
• Act as liaison with contractors, assisting in contract document interpretation.
• Conduct on-site observations of work progress, verifying compliance with plans and specs.
• Maintain detailed project documentation (diaries, logs, drawings, contractor records).
• Report unsatisfactory or defective work to the project engineer.
• Assist in testing, inspections, and start-up activities.
• Review plans for compliance with municipal requirements and prepare improvement cost estimates.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Field observations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Project management systems

Job description

Location: King of Prussia, PA

Remote Status: On-Site

# of Openings:1

AtHRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking aResident Project Representative II (Construction Observation)in our King of Prussia, PAoffice to work on public works and private sector projects that shape our communities. As aResident Project Representative II withHRG, you will be responsible for ensuring that construction projects meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety. You will serve as the primary on-site representative, overseeing construction activities and observing developer-installed improvements for land development and subdivision projects. Your expertise will ensure that projects align with approved plans, specifications, and municipal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review project schedules, shop drawing submittals, and schedules of values, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements
• Attend pre-construction and progress meetings, document key discussions, and circulate comprehensive meeting minutes
• Act as the engineer’s liaison with contractors, assisting in contract document interpretation
• Conduct on-site observations of work progress, verifying compliance with plans and specifications
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including diaries/logs, correspondence, shop drawings, and contractor records
• Report any unsatisfactory, faulty, or defective work to the project engineer
• Assist in testing, inspections, and start-up activities, ensuring proper documentation and execution
• Review plans for compliance with municipal requirements and prepare improvement guarantee cost estimates
• Inspect developer-installed improvements and prepare detailed inspection reports
• Evaluate improvement guarantee reduction requests

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 4+ years of project experience in construction observation and administration including stormwater, site grading, E&S control, paving, bridges, concrete (curbs and sidewalks), utilities
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, site grading, paving, and highway projects
• Basic understanding of survey, grade and cut sheets and quantity data
• NECEPT Field Technician certification in Asphalt and/or Concrete, preferred
• NICET certification in Highway Construction Inspection, preferred
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver’s License is required
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people’s everyday lives? Find out why it’s#Good2bHRG:

• Work with Purpose & Impact:Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits:HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership:Every member of the team shares in the firm’s financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It’s about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth:HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work:You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you’ll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment:HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition:HRG’s people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic’s Design Firm of the Year.
• Great Place to Work:We’ve been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA. We’ve also been recognized at the national level as one of the Best Places to Work in Engineering and one of the Best Places to Work Remote/Hybrid.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG)