Resident Project Representative II

WithersRavenel • Cary, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Project Representatives (RPR) II is a mid-level role within our Construction Administration practice area, responsible for on-site observation of horizontal construction activities. The primary focus of this role is to ensure that construction work aligns with the approved project plans and specifications. Responsibilities include observing, documenting, and communicating construction-related information and issues, as well as compiling and analyzing technical data from drawings, field notes, and electronic sources.

Requirements

• 5 (+) years of construction, engineering, surveying, and/or related work experience
• High School Diploma
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and work with limited supervision
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Willingness to take direction
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, and forward thinking
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to successfully pass a MVR records check

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor's degree or related technical certificate
• NCDOT or other specific certifications
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications
• AutoCAD experience
• Bluebeam experience

Responsibilities

• Assist PM’s, Assistant PM’s, and Engineers of Record in the project construction and Certification process
• Coordinate and attend project meetings and create subsequent documentation
• Assist in communications with Clients per direction
• Communicate with PM’s, Assistant PM’s, and/or Engineers of Record assigned to associated projects regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects
• Understand project scope and budget and assist in monitoring
• Understand horizontal construction and surveying for the following: utilities, drainage, drainage structures, SCMs, roadways, greenways, sidewalks, lighting, parking lots, traffic control, signing, striping, traffic calming, and landscaping
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of utility networks, including water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecommunication systems
• Understand, coordinate, and document geotechnical testing as directed
• Perform shop drawing reviews
• Read construction plans and specifications, interpret documents, and perform simple mathematical calculations
• Able to perform field revisions and obtain necessary approvals from the Engineer of Record and inform PM and/or Assistant PM
• Observe and verify that construction methods are generally in accordance with plans and specifications
• Verify that material and equipment certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, and other data required by the specifications have been provided
• Perform limited surveying/measuring to verify/confirm horizontal locations and/or vertical elevations
• Red-line construction changes on record drawing set for each project
• Review project schedules and consult with the PM and/or Engineer of Record regarding acceptability and changes. Inform client as directed
• Receive and review applications for payment and forward recommendations to the PM and/or Assistant PM
• Draft and recommend to the PM, Assistant PM, and/or Engineer of Record proposed change orders, work change directives, and field orders
• Coordinate, document, and attend substantial and final completion inspections
• Provide punch lists and subsequent follow up
• Attend project start-ups and operation and maintenance training as directed
• Document and facilitate information to supervisor, PM, Engineer of Record, and/or Client including site photos, documenting quantities, and providing daily logs
• Report discrepancies from the plans and specifications immediately to supervisor, PM, Engineer of Record, and/or Client and recommend corrective measures and/or rejection of work
• Receive contractor RFI’s and review with PM, Assistant PM, and/or Engineer of Record as necessary
• Understand technical, municipal, and State requirements for projects
• Follow technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation
• Use company’s current technology as much as practicable to document and communicate
• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships

Benefits

• OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner
• amazing people and team-first atmosphere
• focus on the professional development and growth of our staff
• commitment to the communities in which we work and live

What This Job Offers

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