Resident Project Representative II/Office Engineer-Transit

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative firm where your skills can truly make a difference. As a Resident Project Representative II, you will play a crucial role in overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams. This position offers the opportunity to work on multidisciplinary projects while contributing to a culture of inclusion and respect. If you're passionate about construction and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you. Together, we can create impactful solutions that resonate within our communities and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, identifying discrepancies.
• Maintain daily records of contractor activities and materials used.

Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Construction Drawing Interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Construction Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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.

In the role of Resident Project Representative II we'll count on you to:

• 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 corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT, Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification. Candidates hired without their PE will have the title of Resident Project Representative II.
• New York City Transit experience
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
• Local candidates to NYC area

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years progressive 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

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.

Primary Location: United States-New York-New York

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.