Construction Observer (RPR)

Construction Observer•Bessemer, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a resident project representative, you will be responsible for performing daily construction oversight and observation services for various types of infrastructure and transportation projects. Always a part of the larger team, this person works to understand the project needs and works independently on site with both clients and the construction firms. You will have a ground floor view of the projects that we are working on to benefit the communities we live in.

Requirements

Graduation from a two-year technical college with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology, preferred.
Knowledge of statutes/codes/regulations, including program procedures, methods and practices and their application to specific situations; typically learned through certification processes, associate or bachelor's degree programs or a combination of experience and education.
Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (including, but not limited to: Nuclear Density Gauge certification, aggregate, concrete and density testing certifications); preference given to candidates that have current certifications.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Physical dexterity and ability to negotiate around a crowded and busy working office area, and around a crowded and busy working area; including construction sites
This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site construction observation services for municipal infrastructure and construction projects.
Measure quantities, read and interpret plans, specifications and shop drawings.
Perform materials testing and maintain test logs.
Transport testing and measurement equipment to and from the job site as needed.
Prepare and maintain construction records to provide Inspector’s Daily Reports and final field measured data to the Project Manager.
Review contractor schedules and provide updates to Project Managers.
Report issues to the Construction Engineer and Project Managers in a timely manner and work to resolve problems or conflicts with contractors involving the interpretation of plans and specification requirements.
Act as a liaison with residents, clients, project managers and the construction team.
Other related duties as assigned.
Participate in team meetings, all staff meetings, and other non-billable planning sessions.
Participate in training and development activities as needed and directed by supervisor.
Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, time sheet completion, expense reports, completing correspondence, etc.