Resident Project Representative-Water Treatment Facility and Pump Station

Jacobs; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Facility Resident Project Representative (RPR) to support critical water infrastructure projects across New Mexico. You will act as on-site representative, performing construction observation, documenting daily field reports, and coordinating with engineers and contractors to ensure safety, quality, and contract compliance.

Responsibilities include monitoring installation of treatment facilities, tanks, and pump stations, preparing punch lists,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in potable water or water resource recovery facility construction.
• Experience as a Resident Project Representative (RPR), Construction Inspector, or Owner's Representative.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings and submittals.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed field documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic reporting systems.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and traverse active construction sites.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally within the New Mexico area.

Responsibilities

• On site observation of construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Documenting and reporting non-conforming work, including deviations from plans, materials, or installation procedures.
• Conducting final inspections to confirm all punch list items and contract requirements are completed.
• Monitoring installation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and prestressed concrete tanks, including excavation, backfill, site piping, concrete, masonry buildings, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, valves, pumping and treatment equipment installation, instrumentation and control component installation, and function and performance testing. (Supported by the design team)
• Maintaining daily field reports, photos, quantities, and progress logs for engineer and owner review.
• Coordinating with engineers, contractors, and utility staff to resolve field issues and clarify design intent.
• Observing pressure tests, leakage tests, and disinfection procedures for water treatment facilities and pipelines.
• Tracking materials delivered and installed. Ensuring proper storage of equipment and materials as noted in the specifications.
• Support change order documentation by identifying field conditions, contract document conflicts, or means and methods that differ from design.
• Ensuring environmental compliance, including erosion control, dewatering, and dust control.

Skills

Field documentation

Reading construction drawings

OSHA safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel locally

Driver's license

Tools

MS Office

Electronic reporting

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Our People & Places Solutions business delivers innovative infrastructure solutions that help communities thrive. We're seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Facility Resident Project Representative (RPR) to support the construction of critical water infrastructure projects throughout the New Mexico area.

In this role, you'll serve as Jacobs' on-site representative, providing construction observation and documentation to help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract documents, engineering standards, and client requirements. Working directly with contractors, engineers, utility owners, and project managers, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of water treatment facilities, pump stations, and tanks. Your field expertise and attention to detail will help ensure quality construction while maintaining accurate project records and facilitating communication among project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• On site observation of construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Documenting and reporting non-conforming work, including deviations from plans, materials, or installation procedures.
• Conducting final inspections to confirm all punch list items and contract requirements are completed.
• Monitoring installation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and prestressed concrete tanks, including excavation, backfill, site piping, concrete, masonry buildings, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, valves, pumping and treatment equipment installation, instrumentation and control component installation, and function and performance testing. (Supported by the design team)
• Maintaining daily field reports, photos, quantities, and progress logs for engineer and owner review.
• Coordinating with engineers, contractors, and utility staff to resolve field issues and clarify design intent.
• Observing pressure tests, leakage tests, and disinfection procedures for water treatment facilities and pipelines.
• Tracking materials delivered and installed. Ensuring proper storage of equipment and materials as noted in the specifications.
• Support change order documentation by identifying field conditions, contract document conflicts, or means and methods that differ from design.
• Ensuring environmental compliance, including erosion control, dewatering, and dust control.

Here's what you'll need

• 5+ years of experience in potable water or water resource recovery facility construction.
• Proven experience serving as a Resident Project Representative (RPR), Construction Inspector, or Owner's Representative.
• Strong understanding of water treatment facility or water resource recovery facility construction and operation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawing and submittals.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed field documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic reporting systems.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and traverse active construction sites.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally within the New Mexico area.

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $115,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 09, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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