Resident Project Representative II/Office Engineer-Transit

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Resident Project Representative II to join their dynamic team in New York City. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and maintaining accurate records. Your expertise in interpreting construction drawings and problem-solving will be crucial to the project's success. This forward-thinking company values diversity and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can truly make a difference. If you are passionate about construction and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Employee Network Groups

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor's activities.
• Supervise junior project representatives and inspectors.

Skills

Construction Management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Reading Construction Drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Certification in Construction Management

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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each 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, you'll be responsible for:

1. Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications, and identifying discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
2. Maintaining accurate daily records of the contractor's activities, work performed, labor, equipment, and materials used.
3. Reviewing construction materials for contract compliance.
4. Tracking quantities and developing pay estimates for acceptance.
5. Attending and/or chairing construction progress meetings.
6. Conducting observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
7. Identifying nonconforming work, developing project punchlists, and maintaining them until corrected.
8. Developing record documentation for engineer review and acceptance.
9. Assisting with project audit and closeout.
10. Working under the general supervision of a Design Project Manager.
11. Supervising and directing the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives, Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• 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.
• Experience with New York City Transit projects.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to propose solutions to engineers.
• Local candidates to the NYC area.

Required Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Understanding of contracts, codes, and laws governing construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies.
• Teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related packages.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture.

Our Values and Benefits

We believe in building a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives, trust, and community engagement. Our employee network groups foster a sense of belonging and support. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, paid time off, and more. The salary range for this position in New York, NY, is $101,063 - $144,375.