Field Project Representative 2

DOWL•Bozeman, MT

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services, including Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. The company values its employees, supports growth, offers great benefits, and fosters a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. The Construction Engineering and Inspection team is crucial for turning plans into reality safely, on time, and within budget, providing full-service construction administration, specialized inspection, and testing for various infrastructure projects. This Field Project Representative 2 role is vital for delivering impactful infrastructure and construction projects. The position involves construction observation, documentation, and administrative duties during the construction phase, including interpreting contract plans and specifications, observing and inspecting contractor work for compliance, and maintaining detailed project records. This is a hands-on, field-based position requiring travel, potential night shifts and weekends, and collaboration with other Construction Engineering and Inspection staff on field administration tasks like RFIs and change orders. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for construction project execution are encouraged.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2 years of experience (or 1 year with an advanced degree)
Minimum certifications required by local jurisdiction (e.g., ODOT General Inspector, ADA Inspector)
Valid driver’s license (if driving is an essential job function)
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
Developing proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Solid understanding of technical fundamentals
Team player who follows direction, asks good questions, retains information, and shares information with those less experienced
Moderate understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets
Willing and able to travel for extended periods
Willing and able to work night shifts and weekends, as necessary
Capable of driving or riding in all-terrain vehicles, small planes, or helicopters
Capable of cutting brush with machetes or shears
Capable of digging with shovels or bars
Capable of kneeling for extended periods
Capable of hiking through rough terrain, snow, and ice
Capable of occasionally lifting and carrying between 30 and 50 pounds
Prepared to adapt quickly to changing conditions and work settings in varied weather conditions and environments

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
QCCS certification
EIT/EI certification
Developed understanding of Market Sector Software (AASHTOWare, DocExpress, local agency data management software, Newforma)

Responsibilities

Perform construction observation, documentation, and administrative duties during the construction phase
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
Perform basic technical tasks with market sector with limited oversight
Perform quality control of basic deliverables
Produce daily construction reports and project documentation under limited direction/oversight
Conduct submittal reviews
Prepare in-service inspection reports
Execute force account procedures for extra work
Monitor results on moderately complex projects with guidance
Understand and employ industry standards and regulations, including relationship/order of precedence of contract documents, materials testing and requirements, and quantity and quality tracking
Respond to emails, attend meetings, and answer questions/comments with limited autonomy in client interactions
Perform other duties as assigned