Resident Project Representative - Water + Environment Market

Gresham SmithNashville, TN
Onsite

About The Position

As a Resident Project Representative, you will observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports. Typical duties include observation of daily construction work, including earthwork, erosion control, reinforced concrete, underground piping, both process and plumbing, above-ground process and plumbing, as well as mechanical and electrical equipment installation and start-up. You will interpret project drawings, observe construction work in progress, and check compliance with specifications, contract drawings, and approved submittals/shop drawings. You will refer deviations from plans and specifications to management. You may also take part in reviewing submittments, assisting with requests for information (RFIs), and other related activities. General knowledge of construction techniques, design, and shop drawing comprehension of moderate complexity is required. The ability to learn on the job through observation of others and asking questions is acceptable. Familiarity with the use of a computer and general software for reporting is also needed. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

  • High school diploma (GED) with 10+ years of experience in construction/inspection on a variety of municipal projects, or an Associate's Degree with 8+ years of experience.
  • Experience in water facilities construction for Metro-Nashville Water Services, including municipal pipe installation, trench bedding and backfilling, BacT sample collection, erosion prevention and sediment control, roadways and driveways, cast-in-place (CIP) and precast concrete, traffic control, materials testing, and drainage systems construction.
  • General knowledge of construction techniques, design, and shop drawing comprehension of moderate complexity.
  • Ability to learn on the job through observation of others and asking questions.
  • Familiarity with the use of a computer and general software for reporting.
  • Valid Driver's license.

Nice To Haves

  • Licenses/Registrations/Certifications are encouraged.
  • Applicants may be required to participate in certification and training courses post-hire as required by OSHA, industry, and/or client-specific requirements.
  • Such certifications could include concrete, asphalt certifications, erosion control, environmental, and hazardous materials training, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports.
  • Observe daily construction work, including earthwork, erosion control, reinforced concrete, underground piping, both process and plumbing, above-ground process and plumbing, as well as mechanical and electrical equipment installation and start-up.
  • Interpret project drawings, observe construction work in progress, and check compliance with specifications, contract drawings, and approved submittals/shop drawings.
  • Refer deviations from plans and specifications to management.
  • Review submittals, assist with requests for information (RFIs), and other related activities.

Benefits

  • Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
  • Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
  • Competitive Benefits: Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
  • Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
  • Family Planning and Parental Leave
  • Mass/Public Transit Program
  • Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
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