Site Representative (Clerk of the Works)

Cumming Group

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! Founded in 2007, LeftField has built a strong reputation as the market leading owner’s project manager in the K–12 education sector, with additional experience in higher education, life sciences, and municipal projects. In 2025, LeftField became part of Cumming Group, a leader in project and cost management, to support future growth and benefiting from their extensive resources and industry expertise. This strengthens LeftField capabilities and enables us to provide an even broader range of services to our clients. Together, LeftField and Cumming Group combine deep industry knowledge with unrivalled project and cost management expertise to drive successful outcomes for our clients worldwide. We are currently looking for multiple Site Representative (Clerk of the Works) based in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The Clerk of the Works is responsible for ensuring that the quality of contractor materials and workmanship are in accordance with the design plans and specifications in addition to recognized quality standards. The Clerk of the Works is reliable, flexible, collaborative, proactive, can work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision; has excellent communication, organization, and technical skills, and is dedicated to providing exceptional client service.

Requirements

Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings, specifictions, and codes
Working knowledge of building components and systems
Knowledge of construction materials, means and methods
Knowledge of NFPA
Strong oral and written communication skills
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Self-starter who can work well independently and collaboratively
Ability to multi-task effectively
Organized and detail-oriented
Highly motivated and energetic
Excels in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
Experience working on both public and private sector projects preferred
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel, Outlook, Project, and Word)
High School Diploma
5+ years of professional experience as a clerk of the works, resident engineer, superintendent, or related field position
Must be able to pass CORI, SORI, or other background checks required by clients

Nice To Haves

Massachusetts Construction Supervisor license is preferred
Experience in a construction-related field working on large scale K–12, municipal or public projects is highly preferred.
OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review project plans and specifications to develop and maintain familiarity with assigned projects
Observe quality of work of construction managers or general contractors for assigned projects
Monitor contractor and subcontractor labor on site and track in daily log
Monitor contractor’s logistics and safety plans for compliance
Provide feedback to contractor on schedule as it relates to manpower requirements to meet schedule and managing construction related impacts that may impact owner or abutters
Ensure contract compliance by the contractor, such as conducting tests specified in contract and installing materials/equipment as specified, and report deficiencies to project manager, architect, and contractor.
Provide reports on all on-site matters, including daily field progress reports, third-party inspections, and safety concerns or incidents
Develop detailed daily field progress reports including summaries of all activities completed on site, progress photos, labor and equipment on site, deliveries, testing and inspections, weather conditions, look ahead activities, safety activities or issues, and any issues that may impact the project’s quality or schedule
Maintain job-site files, documents, monthly reports and daily log; prepare periodic reports for project manager as required
Participate in weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings and issue meeting minutes for pre-construction or construction meetings when required
Participate in all site coordination meetings and work with team to resolve issues if they arise
Review payment application requests submitted by contractor and provide feedback to project manager
Coordinate owner activities such as surveys, existing conditions reviews, third party testing, commissioning inspections, or observations, move management, and furniture and equipment installations
Communicate and coordinate daily with project manager and owner
Coordinate with building inspectors as required
Write project updates including weekly look ahead updates highlighting potential or actual construction impacts
Provide administrative and technical support to project manager when required
Contribute to project manager’s monthly report
Assist in the project closeout documentation process and support project manager in closing out any site related open items (punch list, commissioning corrective actions, etc.)
Perform other related duties as assigned