Field Representative

Position: Field Representative I

Job Description


Why join us?

We are hiring! Atkins

Réalis is seeking a Field Representative I to join our Beaverton, OR office.

About Us

Atkins

Réalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. Atkins

Réalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins

Réalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

Under direct supervision, observes activities at construction projects to determine adherence to contract documents and regulatory agency provisions.

NOTE:

Incumbents do not supervise any contractors' activities and are not responsible for job site safety.

• Observes construction activities and determines whether construction work is being performed in substantial compliance with contract plans and specifications.
• Samples and tests soil density, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials.
• Verifies form construction rebar placement, concrete mixture, pile driving blow counts, drainage structure placement, subgrade, and base construction.
• Writes diary inspection reports, weather reports, and documents test results and observations.
• Assists in all types of record keeping and field measurements, as needed.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
• Complexity (Variety or uniqueness of tasks; relative difficulty or importance of work performed; size of unit supported, etc.):

Generally, applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of specified technical tasks in the observation of construction projects of minor to medium complexity.

• Decision-making (Supervision received; independent judgment or initiative, consequence of error):

Receives direct supervision. Exercises limited judgment on details of regular assignments.

• Work direction given to others (Titles and number of personnel; type of direction given):

None.

• Internal contacts (Required interaction/relationship with others within the organization):

Internal staff as necessary.

• External contacts (Required interaction/relationship with others outside the organization):

May interface with construction foreman and/or client representatives to coordinate corrections or requirements.

What will you contribute?

• High school diploma (or equivalent) plus two years related experience OR an Associate's Degree in a related technical field is required.
• No professional registration required but shall actively pursue certifications in nuclear density, aggregate, concrete and asphalt testing, and/or other contractually required certifications.
• Will be required to obtain project / client specific certifications and OSHA 10-hour construction training within 6 months of beginning the project assignment and maintain certifications during employment. (
  
  Note:
  
  certification information will be provided in advance of beginning project assignment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and to understand contract plans and specifications. Must be able to follow directions, take legible notes, and be physically fit to do manual labor and carry up to 60 lbs.
• Client Service, Commitment, Communication, Innovation & Continuous Improvement, Professionalism, Quality and Teamwork. (Note that "Clients" may be internal managers and staff).
• Requirements typically include ability to walk long distances, climb ladders, stoop, squat and crawl down into ditches; ability to observe construction activities and distinguish colors; and ability to perceive back-up alarms and other warnings. Must be able to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions, subject to insects, flooded terrain and equipment/traffic hazards.
• If position requires driving company vehicle, incumbent must have valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy.

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