Field Project Representative 2

DOWL • Reno, NV

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About The Position

Are you ready to be a vital part of delivering impactful infrastructure and construction projects? We are seeking a Field Project Representative 2 who thrives in dynamic field environments and is passionate about ensuring quality, compliance, and precision throughout the construction process. In this role, you'll be responsible for a wide range of construction observation, documentation, and administrative duties during the construction phase. You will interpret contract plans and specifications, observe and inspect contractor work for compliance, and maintain detailed project records—including notes, reports, and pay requests. Your attention to detail and ability to keep accurate documentation will directly influence project success and client satisfaction. This is a hands-on, field-based position that offers the opportunity to work directly on-site where the action happens. Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be willing and able to travel for extended periods and may be required to work night shifts and weekends, as necessary. You’ll also collaborate closely with other Construction Engineering and Inspection staff, supporting field administration tasks such as RFIs, change orders, and more. If you have strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and enjoy being a critical part of construction project execution, we encourage you to apply. Join us and help build the future—one project at a time.

Requirements

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Developing Market Sector Software (AASHTOWare, DocExpress, local agency data management software, Newforma)
• Solid understanding of technical fundamentals
• Performs basic technical tasks with market sector with limited oversight
• Performs quality control of basic deliverables
• Team player who follows the direction of others, asks good questions, retains information provided, and shares information with those less experienced.
• Produces the following under limited direction/oversight from others: Daily construction reports and project documentation, Submittal reviews, In-service inspection reports, Force account procedures for extra work
• Moderate understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Understands and employs the following standards: Relationship/order of precedence of contract documents, Materials testing and requirements, Quantity and quality tracking
• Limited direct client interaction, commonly in group settings. Responds to emails, attends meetings, and answers questions/comments with limited autonomy.
• Performs moderately complex technical work on projects for the assigned market sector. Operates with limited autonomy - work is supervised and reviewed by more senior staff.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Years of experience required: 2 years
• Minimum certifications required by local jurisdiction (e.g., ODOT General Inspector, ADA Inspector) required
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to create and interpret graphs and understand statistical analysis.
• Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 1 year
• QCCS optional
• EIT/EI optional

Responsibilities

• Interpret contract plans and specifications
• Observe and inspect contractor work for compliance
• Maintain detailed project records—including notes, reports, and pay requests
• Collaborate closely with other Construction Engineering and Inspection staff, supporting field administration tasks such as RFIs, change orders, and more

What This Job Offers

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