Trenchless Services Senior Construction Consultant

HDR; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Construction Consultant to oversee trenchless installations and coordinate construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 10 years of experience in construction planning and management. Strong skills in construction management software and effective communication are crucial for team collaboration. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $165,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction planning and management.
• Experience in contracts, documentation, quality management, and scheduling.
• Strong people skills and ability to interact with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction oversight for trenchless installations.
• Coordinate and oversee trenchless construction activities.
• Prepare the Project Management Plan or Construction Management Plan.
• Conduct constructability reviews of trenchless engineering efforts.

Skills

Construction planning and management

Strong people skills

Active participant in an employee-owned culture

Experience with construction management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Primavera

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

HDR is looking for a Senior Construction Consultant to join our national Trenchless Services team. This role reports to the Trenchless Services Engineering Lead and supports the execution of design and field services associated with trenchless services: engineering, design, and construction applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction oversight for trenchless installations.
• Conduct constructability reviews of trenchless engineering efforts.
• Conduct daily reviews of deliverables for trenchless construction activities.
• Conduct site visits during preliminary engineering efforts.
• Conduct Route Assessments for trenchless aspects of pipeline siting & routing efforts.
• Coordinate and oversee trenchless construction activities, including staffing, and reviewing CM scopes.
• Interface with clients to support business development for trenchless services.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities, scheduling, and quality control.
• Prepare the Project Management Plan or Construction Management Plan.
• Develop procedures for construction contract administration, including document, change, time, cost, quality, and safety management; implement procedures with the project team.
• Perform construction management activities such as procurement, scheduling, subcontract scopes, review of terms, constructability and value engineering reviews, cost control, and project performance presentations.
• Administer and manage construction activities; monitor design progress relative to construction requirements.
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate local bidding efforts and quotes obtained in the field.
• Assist in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages.
• Coordinate document management and review of submittals including shop drawings and pay applications.
• Prepare, issue, and negotiate Change Orders.
• Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules; control project budget and schedule.
• Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control, and inspection services.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with the Health and Safety Program through communication and inspections.
• Prepare and update project schedules, pay requests, and progress reports.
• Take responsibility for project setup and temporary facilities; perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction planning and management, including contracts, documentation, time, cost, quality management, change management, safety, scheduling, procurement, and subcontract administration.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and construction management software (e.g., Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam).
  • Strong people skills and the ability to interact with owners, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Active participant in an employee-owned culture.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE).
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
  • Experience with estimating and scheduling software and web-based collaboration tools for document exchange.

What We Believe & Our Commitment

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Compensation & Location

The expected compensation range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location. The targeted salary range for this position is $135,000 - $165,000. Primary location: United States, Louisiana, Lafayette. Other locations include multiple U.S. sites.

Job Posting: Sep 18, 2025. Schedule: Full-time. Employment Type: Regular. Industry: Industrial Services.

Note: This posting reflects current opportunities and does not guarantee availability of a role at the time of application.