Construction Representative

Benesch•Chicago, IL

4d•$38 - $55

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! LI-MM1 Construction Representative We have a career opportunity for a Construction Representative who will work with a broad range of construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily inspection and documentation of infrastructure projects, including road, water main, and sewer construction, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. As a Construction Representative, you will also contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the construction group.

Requirements

BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required, EIT preferred.
5-10 years of working experience with IDOT is preferred.
Experience working on field projects desired.
Experience utilizing ArcGIS, MicroStation, and Geopak, and/or AutoCAD is desirable.
Excellent communication and intrapersonal skills.
Strong organization and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Good driving record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Review and assure project supervisor of the adequacy of budget and schedule.
Perform construction observation of construction activities and follow applicable project procedures.
Maintain a field book in accordance with project procedures.
Perform measurements of construction work performed and quantity calculations of pay items.
Prepare Inspector’s Daily Reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures and as directed by the project supervisor.
Report to the project supervisor on the progress of work, including technical issues, the status of work remaining to be done, and any noted deficiencies.
Review plans, specifications, and submittals relating to assigned work.
Provide design or other professional assistance to project managers.
Maintain company-owned vehicle or other equipment assigned for use on the project.

Benefits

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act .
Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays.
Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits.
We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans.
Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan.
From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.
Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Retirement Benefits Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Work/Life Balance Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Employee Engagement At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities.
Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives.
We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.