Senior Resident Project Representative

HDR, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Honolulu, Hawaii, seeks a Senior Resident Engineer to lead multidisciplinary construction oversight on critical transportation projects.

You will read and interpret drawings, track progress, prepare pay estimates, and ensure contract compliance while upholding HDR's employee-owned culture and commitment to safe, sustainable infrastructure. Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Technology, 10+ years of experience, and strong communication skills; PE or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or equivalent
• 10+ years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Strong reading of drawings and contract knowledge
• Excellent verbal and written communication; team player

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's activities, 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 installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work and maintain punchlists until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Skills

Teamwork

Reading drawings

MS Office/Primavera

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Construction packages

Job description

Sep 04, 2026

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

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

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 Senior Resident Engineer, 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

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Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 10 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
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

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.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-Hawaii-Honolulu