Resident Project Representative P/T

City of Sunrise; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Sunrise is seeking a part-time on-site construction observer to ensure contractor work complies with contract documents, plans, and specifications. The role involves observing, documenting, and reporting progress, reviewing code compliance, and attending progress meetings.

Responsibilities include preparing detailed inspection reports, processing pay applications and change orders, maintaining project files, and assisting the Project Manager with assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Observes, documents, and reports on contractors’ progress and compliance with contract, plans, and specifications; observes concrete pours; identifies problem areas; assists in resolutions; conducts final walk‑throughs; and investigates related complaints.

Job description

ABOUT OUR CITYThe City of Sunrise is more than a workplace — it’s a community built on our Three

DescriptionABOUT OUR CITYThe City of Sunrise is more than a workplace — it’s a community built on our ThreePillars: Customer Service, Collaboration, and Transparency. We’re committed to creating an environment where innovation thrives, teamwork is celebrated, and every employee has the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact. As a full-service municipality and one of South Florida’s premier cities, Sunrise offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong culture of recognition. Whetheryou’re helping residents, shaping policy, or improving city operations, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about service excellence and community pride. We take pride in being home to the back-to-back NHL Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers, a vibrant arts and entertainment district, and a diverse community that truly embodies what it means to Live, Work, and Play in Sunrise. Effective January 2026, the City is has launched an Alternative Work Schedule designed to further support employee work-life balance — providing eligible staff with two three-day weekends per month through an every‑other‑Friday‑off model. This initiative reflects our continued focus on flexibility and employee well‑being. NATURE OF WORKThis classification involves, on a part‑time basis, performing daily on‑site observations of construction work for the City to ensure compliance. An employee in this position observes, documents, and reports on contractors’ progress and compliance with contract, plans, and specifications; observes concrete pours; identifies problem areas; assists in resolutions; conducts final walk‑throughs; and investigates related complaints. This position also performs general office work and maintains records. Examples of Duties Essential Job Functions

• Acts as liaison between the contractor and Project Manager.
• Monitors construction contractor progress, use of materials, and installation of approved equipment and materials; conducts continuing review of all related codes, standards, laws, and ordinances pertaining to assigned construction projects; and attends construction progress meetings.
• Prepares detailed and accurate inspection reports and maintains up to date records; collects, compiles, and participates in the analysis of information relative to assigned projects.
• Assists in the preparation and processing of Pay Applications and Change Orders.
• Prepares oral and written project evaluation reports; uses various sources of supplemental information in order to ensure that project standards have been followed.
• Identifies problem areas; determines trends; evaluates contractor performance; presents findings; and recommends solutions or alternatives.
• Assists in the resolution of contractor’s request for additional information.
• Investigates complaints and/or requests received during the construction of a project through telephone, letter, or in person; assists in the positive resolution of complaints and/or requests.
• Assists Project Manager with various tasks as requested or as required relative to projects.
• Maintains project files and daily written reports.
• Performs related work as required.

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