Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking candidates to provide Resident Project Representative (RPR) services for construction projects in our Midwest Aviation Markets. This position offers great benefits for someone who is looking for periodic project-based work.

Our RPR/Construction Observation positions offer a variety of benefits including:

• High value compensation potential.
• Potential for start-up signing bonuses.
• Opportunities for company paid continuing education and training.

Position Profile

This position will be responsible for observation and documentation of airport paving, drainage, utility, lighting, structural and site development during construction. Projects could also include highways, local roads, bridges, and earthen structures.

A Day in the Life of a Construction Observer at Hanson

Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:

• Represent owner in monitoring construction activities for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform or schedule/observe onsite construction materials testing.
• Coordinate and communicate field construction activities with contractors, designers and/or owner’s representative(s).

What We’re Looking For

We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of construction experience
• Current driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the minimum qualifications above the following will result in a more competitive candidate:

• Experience working in an airport environment preferred; but experience with other infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, earth structures) would apply as well.
• IDOT Construction Technician courses: Documentation of Contracts and Quantities, 3- Day Aggregate, PCC Level I and II, HMA Level I and II
• Department of Transportation project experience (IL preferred) and familiarity with the respective agency documentation and material testing certifications; and
• Candidates must be able to work as a team member as well as independently, have the desire to learn new skills, be self-motivated, and possess good interpersonal communication skills.

Working at Hanson

• Travel may be required.
• Scheduled work hours may require daily overtime. Compensation is provided for overtime.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Profit sharing
• Signing bonus
• Yearly bonus

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Commercial construction: 2 years (Required)
• Airport environment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DOT certifications (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Illinois (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Illinois: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road