Construction Representative

Overview

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Construction Representative in Austin, TX for heavy civil construction projects.

The candidate will be responsible for observing construction on a variety of transportation, water, and facilities infrastructure projects to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications. The construction representative IV may provide guidance to other construction representatives.

• Observe and inspect ongoing construction work to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
• Oversee construction record‑keeping activities by recommending payments to contractors, reviewing proposed change orders submitted by consultants, and preparing daily reports
• Prepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolution
• Provide information to the project manager/construction manager on the need for change orders, extra work, and/or supplemental agreements
• Communicate with client, contractors, and other employees
• Read plans and specifications to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10+ years of relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction representative or inspector
• Full proficiency using a project management information system (e.g., e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

• Associate’s degree in a related field (CCM)
• DOT technical certifications
• ACI I, APWA certification, Level I NICET

Benefits include paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. Flexible work environment includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work and an alternative schedule program providing a day off every other Friday.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.