Resident Project Representative - Construction

Resident Project Representative (RPR)

AECOM is seeking an experienced Resident Project Representative (RPR) to help oversee construction of a major wastewater system expansion in Provincetown, Massachusetts. This is a unique opportunity to help manage one of the most significant wastewater infrastructure projects on Cape Cod.

• Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team shaping the future of water infrastructure across New England.
• Lead field execution on a complex, high‑profile municipal program with visibility and impact.
• Access global resources, technical experts, and professional growth opportunities within a world-leading engineering firm.

Over the next five years, AECOM will expand Provincetown’s wastewater system to serve the entire town. The program includes:

• New 1.125 MGD Satellite Treatment Facility, including:
• New headworks/screening facility
• Flow equalization and primary clarification prior to final treatment at the existing WWTF
• New sludge processing for thickening/dewatering 10 new submersible pumping stations
• Expansion of the Town’s gravity sewer collection system town‑wide

• Construction Start:
  Spring 2026
• Treatment Facility completion:
  End of 2028
• Collection system expansion completion:
  End of 2030

• Verify that AECOM’s construction subcontractors are performing work in accordance with the design plans and specifications.
• Verify field safety and environmental monitoring programs are being properly implemented.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with federal, state, and local permits.
• Address subcontractor requests for information and changes in field conditions. Coordinate response with project management and design team.
• Issue written field directives with assistance from project management and design engineers.
• Document daily construction activity with daily reports and photographs.
• Monitor delivery of equipment and materials for compliance with contract specifications.
• Maintain construction and startup schedules.
• Provide Department of Public Works (DPW) staff with regular updates regarding ongoing construction activity, look ahead schedule, and field issues.
• Assist DPW staff with drafting public notices.
• Address public questions and concerns.
• Coordinate door-to-door notification in upcoming work areas during collection system expansion.
• Review subcontractor invoices and proposed change orders.
• Manage startup and commissioning of AECOM procured equipment.
• Verify field testing is performed in accordance with contract documents. Coordinate AECOM procured testing services.
• Maintain record drawing red line markups. Obtain record drawing information from AECOM subcontractors.
• Develop closeout punch lists. Track and document completion.
• Assist project team with submittal review. Monitor submittal, RFI, and O&M logs.
• Track installation of AIS and BABA equipment and materials.
• Help coordinate support of state and local agencies that require site visits and inspections.
• Attend and have ability to lead meetings with project team, subcontractors, and Town staff.
• Assist DBO operations team troubleshoot issues that occur within existing collection system or at existing facilities. Help coordinate solutions with AECOM management team and lead process engineer.
• Support DBO project team with final design development for upcoming work.

• BS/BA degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field + 8 years of related experience; or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education as an RPR.
• Demonstrated experience with building codes, construction means/methods, reading plans/specs, and field QA/QC.
• Experience with municipal projects and permit compliance (e.g., environmental, safety, and local approvals).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills (daily reports, photos, logs).
• Experience using MS Office and document control.
• Ability to work full‑time on active construction sites (walk/stand for extended periods; climb ladders; use required PPE).
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle…