Airports Construction Representative

SEH • Remote-Texas, TX

5d • $48 - $58

About The Position

SEH is seeking an Airports Construction Representative to observe construction on airport infrastructure projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, lighting, landside improvements, and building construction, and verify compliance with approved plans and specifications. The role verifies quality, documents daily field and inspection activities, coordinates material sampling and testing, and measures quantities.

The representative prepares for and assists with preconstruction, progress, and conflict resolution meetings, negotiates and prepares construction change orders, and communicates with clients, contractors, airport users, agencies, and SEH personnel. Candidates with AutoCAD or MicroStation skills may also perform CAD production and drafting. The role may involve assisting with proposals, project budget and schedule estimates, constructability reviews, cost estimates, and quantity takeoffs.

The opportunity is open to candidates residing in McAllen, Texas, and the surrounding Rio Grande Valley area. The position requires travel as needed, the ability to work overtime for project demands, and work in varied weather and terrain conditions. Overnight travel may occasionally be required for extended periods to support long-duration projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong construction-field experience as a Construction Project Representative, contractor, or in a related role.
• Good internal and external communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to obtain an airport badge, including passing a background check.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and walk and climb over rough construction-site terrain.
• Ability to travel as needed for site observations, team meetings, client consultations, and other work.
• Ability to work overtime as needed for project demands.
• Construction safety mindset.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Valid driver's license and driving record meeting SEH's Driving Program requirements, verified through an MVR records check.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of experience as a Construction Project Representative or contractor on projects involving earthwork, concrete and bituminous paving, site improvements, utility construction, and electrical construction.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or a related field.
• Applicable DOT Technical Certifications, or ability to obtain them within six months of employment.
• Previous experience working on airport projects.
• Previous experience and working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to travel overnight occasionally and for extended periods to support long-duration projects.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction on airport infrastructure projects, including runway, taxiway, apron, lighting, landside improvement, and building construction, to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Verify quality and document day-to-day field and inspection activities.
• Coordinate material sampling and testing, and measure quantities.
• Prepare for and assist with preconstruction, progress, and conflict resolution meetings.
• Negotiate and prepare construction change orders.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, airport users, agencies, and other SEH personnel.
• Perform CAD production and drafting when assigned, if qualified in AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Assist with proposals, project budget and schedule estimates, and constructability reviews.
• Complete cost estimation and quantity takeoffs.
• Promote safety on construction sites.

Benefits

• Employee ownership and shared participation in company success.
• Career development through continued education, licensure or certification, skills, and technical training.
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance.
• Flexible holidays.
• Paid Family Leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED