Resident Project Representative (Construction Observation) | Water & Wastewater

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. - HRG • Cranberry Township, PA

4h

About The Position

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking a Resident Project Representative (Construction Observation) | Water & Wastewater in our Cranberry Township, PA office. As a Resident Project Representative (Construction Observation) | Water & Wastewater, you will be responsible for:

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of experience in:
• Construction observation and administration related to water and wastewater projects
• Construction observation and/or management for storm water, site grading, paving, and highway projects
• Familiarity of basic survey, grade and cut sheets, and quantity data
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver’s License is required
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• NICET certification preferred, but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and verify compliance with contract requirements
• Identify and report unsatisfactory or non-conforming work
• Evaluate contractor suggestions for modifications to designs or specifications and recommend actions
• Assist with cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and final inspections
• Verify that certificates, operation manuals, and other deliverables align with installed items and contract specifications
• Attend pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and site inspections
• Notify Project Manager of sample availability, progress updates, and schedule adherence
• Assist with clarifications and interpretations of contract documents
• Communicate directly with contractors, owners, and regulatory agency representatives
• Draft change orders and work directives as needed
• Review payment applications and schedules submitted by contractors
• Monitor tests, equipment startups, and training sessions to ensure compliance with contract requirements
• Maintain accurate and organized project records, including logs, correspondence, reports, and photographs
• Track project schedules, shop drawings, and other contractor submissions
• Create and maintain electronic and/or paper files for all project documentation, including change orders, payment applications, and correspondence

Benefits

• HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work
• Fun, Supportive Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees