Construction Project Representative

Overview

Construction Project Representative - 188423

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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Support Vital Infrastructure on Oʻahu’s West Side – Join HDR as a Construction Project Representative!

HDR is 100% employee-owned and focused on building better communities—especially here in Hawai‘i. We’re looking for a dedicated Construction Project Representative to support our client at a solid waste management facility on the west side of Oʻahu. If you are ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real impact in a heavy industrial setting, we want to hear from you.

• Represent the Owner’s interests on large and small construction projects at a critical facility
• Keep detailed daily logs of site activity and generate reports on progress, safety, quality, schedule, budget, and permit compliance
• Review submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, pay applications, and change orders on behalf of the Owner
• Support audits and project closeout efforts
• Analyze construction schedules and track project timelines
• Collaborate with a diverse project team—Owner, engineers, operators, and contractors
• Help solve problems and identify cost-saving solutions without compromising quality

This role requires a minimum 1-year commitment and offers the opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure in a meaningful way, right here on O‘ahu.

• Construction or design certifications
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline), scheduling software (Primavera P3 or Sure Trak), project management software (Prolog), and AutoCAD
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the Owner

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: West side of O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible.