Resident Project Representative (RPR)
HDR is in need of a Resident Project Representative (RPR) to observe water and wastewater utility construction activities in Asheville, NC.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Resident Project Representative will be responsible for construction observation and documentation for general conformance with the construction contract.
• Work with general supervision from the HDR Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate daily record of construction site conditions and activities; significant events, issues, or problems; and communications between parties.
• Photograph construction progress and catalog photos for future reference.
• Produce required reports on Contractor's progress, quality, schedule, and budget status.
• Review Contractor pay requests, including stored materials.
• Work with the HDR Project Manager to evaluate project schedules and prepare status reports.
• Attend coordination meetings and regular construction progress meetings with the Owner and the Contractor.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Additional duties may require coordination and supervision of construction materials testing and Special Inspections services.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in the field, observing and documenting daily construction work activities (ideally Water / Wastewater).
- Previous experience as a Lead RPR, Lead Inspector or Construction Superintendent.
- Experience with preparing Daily Inspection Reports, Nonconformance Notifications, and other reports or documentation.
- Experience with construction scheduling, cost controls, and quality (quality control/quality assurance).
- Thorough knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used on multi-disciplinary construction projects.
- Able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
- Willingness to adhere to all HDR and OSHA safety policies/standards. Must possess or be willing to acquire OSHA 10-Hour construction safety certification.
- Able to work in a team environment.
- Experience in water/wastewater treatment plant construction inspection.
- Experience in water/wastewater pipeline construction inspection.
- Experience in a water treatment, wastewater treatment or pump station facility either as a Contractor, an operator or as a Consultant.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software packages used on design and construction projects is a plus.
- Local candidates are preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
- Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
- Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
- Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
- Must be able to work in a team environment
- Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must