Traveling Resident Project Representative - Guam

Baird & Associates; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Resident Project Representative for a major project in Guam. The role involves overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance with design documents, and working independently in a remote environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, EIT certification, and extensive field experience. This is a two-year assignment with relocation support and vacation provided.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Relocation support

10 weeks vacation annually

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–10 years relevant field engineering experience.
• Prior experience on military or federal projects considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily construction observation and documentation.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with designs.
• Document daily site activities and contractor submissions.
• Coordinate with the Engineer of Record for timely responses.
• Promote compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Technical knowledge of construction practices

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in field management software

Independence in remote site environment

Commitment to safety and quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Company Description

At W.F. Baird, & Associates (Baird), we design and deliver innovative, results-driven solutions for ports, marine terminals, shoreline protection, hydraulic structures, coastal ecosystem restoration, and more. With 40+ years of experience and offices across North America, the Caribbean, South America, and Australia, we offer a collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment with opportunities for growth and ownership.

Job Description

As the Resident Project Representative (RPR), you will serve as the on-site representative of the Engineer of Record (EOR) for a major design-build project in Guam. You will be responsible for observing and documenting construction activities, providing technical support to the EOR, and serving as a liaison between the contractor’s construction team and the design team. The impact you will make is ensuring that the project is built in general conformance with the design documents, specifications, and applicable codes, while maintaining independence from the contractor’s means and methods. This is a two-year field assignment with a structured rotation of 42 working weeks and 10 weeks of vacation annually. To qualify, you must hold the necessary work visa and documentation to work in Guam if you are not a citizen of the U.S.

What You Will Do

• Represent the EOR on-site, providing daily construction observation and documentation.
• Monitor construction activities for general compliance with design drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Document daily site activities, including manpower, progress, materials, and testing results.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and change proposals, coordinating with the EOR for timely responses.
• Report deviations from contract documents or potential constructability issues to the EOR.
• Participate in site meetings and provide technical input on behalf of the EOR.
• Verify contractor quality assurance testing and inspection programs are performed and properly documented.
• Support the EOR in reviewing contractor pay applications and progress reports.
• Promote compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate field records for EOR project files.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant field engineering or resident project representative experience, preferably with design-build or international projects.
• Prior experience on military, federal, or island-based construction projects considered an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Expert technical knowledge of construction practices, methods, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication, with strong documentation skills.
• Proficiency in field management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Ability to work independently in a remote site environment while maintaining alignment with the EOR team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to professional engineering standards.

Additional Information

• You will be on-site in Guam for 42 weeks per year, with 10 weeks vacation provided annually.
• Field-based work in active construction environments, with exposure to tropical climate conditions.
• Extended international assignment; relocation support and housing arrangements provided.
• Must have valid work authorization for Guam. Non-U.S. citizens must obtain appropriate visas prior to assignment.

Baird Is Employee-owned. We Offer Competitive Compensation And Benefits.

W.F. Baird & Associates (Baird) is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V.

Baird is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where Baird operates.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming to all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of our job requirements!

Disclaimer: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Please note applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. now and in the future, without requiring employer sponsorship to be considered.