What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Project Representative II (Construction Observer- Water/Wastewater) position at McKim & Creed, Inc.?
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Water team in Wilmington as a Resident Project Representative. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live work and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.
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YOUR DAY-DAY WILL INCLUDE
- Conduct periodic project site visits to monitor and observe construction of civil and municipal related projects to include water and sewer utility infrastructure.
- Coordinate with contractors, design team and owners.
- Review and interpret contract documents, construction contracts, drawings and specifications.
- Prepare daily and periodic field observation reports and distribute to project team.
- Review and comment on reports prepared by others when necessary.
- Coordinate with field crews for survey and testing as required by the contract, and review construction materials testing reports prepared by third party testing agencies.
- Witness and document acceptance testing at various stages of construction.
- Solve problems in a timely manner (involving appropriate parties) during various stages of construction.
- Schedule, conduct and prepare documentation for substantial completion and final completion inspections, including punch lists.
- Review redlines and coordinate preparation of record drawings.
- Review project closeout documents, warranties and final payment requests.
- Perform additional construction phase services as required.
- Promote safety.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- 5-15 years of progressive experience in construction engineering or experience related to utility, water, and wastewater pipelines, water booster stations, wastewater lift stations, and water elevated storage tanks in the municipal water/wastewater market with specific experience on design-bid-build projects.
- Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Proficiency with MS-Outlook, Word and Excel required.
- Must be able to communicate with engineers, contractors and owners in an effective, professional manner.
- Must be willing and able to climb ladders, routinely travel and traverse uneven, unpaved terrain and work outside for extended periods of time on construction sites.
- Must be willing to work extended periods on project sites in and around the Wilmington area.
- Must be willing to work nights, weekends and/or overtime if required.
- Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
- Experience with either Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam Revu is preferred.
- Experience on design-build projects is a plus, but not required.
- Experience in construction of water and wastewater treatment plants is a plus, but not required.
- Two-year technical degree in related field.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
- Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
- Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
- Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
- Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
- Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
- Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.