Resident Project Representative -Water & Wastewater Pipeline

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

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Pipeline RPR to support critical infrastructure projects across New Mexico. You will serve as the on-site representative, performing construction observation, documenting field activities, and ensuring safety and contract compliance.

You will work with engineers, contractors, and owners to deliver reliable water distribution and wastewater collections systems, maintaining daily field reports, tracking progress, and resolving field issues while

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in water, wastewater, underground utility, or pipeline construction.
• Experience as RPR, Construction Inspector, or Owner's Representative.
• Strong understanding of water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.

Responsibilities

• On-site observation of pipeline construction 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 distribution and wastewater systems, including excavation, pipe laying, bedding, backfill, and testing.
• Assisting with inspection of valves, manholes, lift stations, service connections, and appurtenances.
• Verifying contractor compliance with safety requirements, including trench safety and equipment operation.
• Maintaining daily field reports, photos, quantities, and progress logs for engineering and owner review.
• Coordinating with engineers, contractors, and utility staff to resolve field issues and clarify design intent.
• Observing pressure tests, leakage tests, mandrel tests, deflection tests, and disinfection procedures.
• Tracking materials delivered and installed, ensuring correct pipe type, diameter, fittings, and joint systems.
• Supporting change order documentation by identifying field conditions that differ from design.
• Ensuring environmental compliance, including erosion control, dewatering, and proper handling of wastewater flows during bypass operations.

Skills

Field documentation

Construction safety

Reading drawings

MS Office

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Site observation

OSHA knowledge

Tools

Electronic reporting systems

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 Pipeline Resident Project Representative (RPR) to support the construction of critical water and wastewater 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 distribution and wastewater collection systems. 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 pipeline construction 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 distribution and wastewater collection systems, including excavation, pipe laying, bedding, backfill, and testing. (Supported by pipeline technician duties)
• Assisting with inspection of valves, manholes, lift stations, service connections, and appurtenances as part of system installation. (Supported by water/wastewater pipeline operations tasks)
• Verifying contractor compliance with safety requirements, including trench safety, confined space entry, and equipment operation.
• Maintaining daily field reports, photos, quantities, and progress logs for engineering and owner review.
• Coordinating with engineers, contractors, and utility staff to resolve field issues and clarify design intent.
• Observing pressure tests, leakage tests, mandrel tests, deflection tests, and disinfection procedures for water and wastewater pipelines.
• Tracking materials delivered and installed, ensuring correct pipe type, diameter, fittings, and joint systems.
• Supporting change order documentation by identifying field conditions that differ from design.
• Ensuring environmental compliance, including erosion control, dewatering, and proper handling of wastewater flows during bypass operations.

Here's what you'll need

• 8+ years of experience in water, wastewater, underground utility, or pipeline construction.
• Proven experience serving as a Resident Project Representative (RPR), Construction Inspector, or Owner's Representative.
• Strong understanding of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Experience with pipeline materials including PVC, DIP, HDPE, FRP, and associated appurtenances.
• 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.

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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.

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