Resident Engineer​/Resident Project Representative

About the Role

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. In the role of Resident Project Representative II / Resident Engineer, you will help drive high‑quality construction outcomes across multidisciplinary projects.

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor’s daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Review construction materials for contract compliance
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification. Candidates hired without their PE will be titled “Resident Project Representative 2”
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
• Local candidates preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Eligibility:
This position is subject to a pre‑employment drug test and does not offer visa sponsorship.

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.