Senior Resident Project Representative; RPR

Senior Resident Project Representative (RPR)

Reports to: Department Manager for Regional Quality Assurance

Status: Full-Time

The Senior Resident Project Representative (RPR) serves as the Engineer's primary field representative during construction and acts as a critical liaison between the Owner, Engineer, Contractor, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders. Working under the direction of the Engineer of Record and Project Manager, the RPR provides construction observation, contract administration support, quality assurance oversight, project documentation, schedule monitoring, and compliance verification to help ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved plans, specifications, contract documents, and regulatory requirements.

This position requires extensive knowledge of construction practices, contract administration, construction observation procedures, project documentation, and stakeholder coordination. The RPR does not direct the Contractor's means, methods, techniques, sequences, procedures, or safety programs but serves as an independent observer and advisor to support successful project execution.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline preferred.

Minimum 8 + years of progressively responsible experience in construction administration, construction observation, inspection, infrastructure projects, or engineering consulting.

Experience serving as a Resident Project Representative, Construction Manager, Owner's Representative, Senior Inspector, or similar role.

Working knowledge of EJCDC contract documents, public infrastructure construction, and construction administration procedures.

Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, shop drawings, schedules, and contract documents.

Experience with project documentation systems, field reporting, and construction records management.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Relevant certifications such as NICET, ICC, ACI, DOT Inspector, OSHA, or equivalent preferred.

Serve as the Engineer's on-site representative throughout construction activities.

Monitor project progress and conformance with approved plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.

Maintain continuous communication with project management and engineering staff regarding project status, risks, and field conditions.

Provide objective observations and recommendations concerning construction progress and compliance.

Support project delivery objectives while maintaining professional independence and contractual authority limitations.

Facilitate communication among project stakeholders to support efficient project execution.

Mentor junior inspectors, construction observers, and field personnel.

Promote consistency in field documentation, reporting standards, and observation procedures.

Assist in training field staff on contract administration processes and quality assurance requirements.

Foster a collaborative project environment among internal and external stakeholders.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to construction services practices.

Serve as a primary field contact for Owners, Contractors, regulatory representatives, and project stakeholders.

Assist the Engineer in maintaining positive client relationships throughout project execution.

Provide timely and professional communication regarding project status, milestones, and field observations.

Support Owner engagement by facilitating information requests and project updates through appropriate channels.

Represent the firm's commitment to quality, professionalism, and technical excellence.

Conduct construction observations to determine whether work is generally proceeding in accordance with contract documents.

Identify, document, and report nonconforming, defective, incomplete, or potentially deficient work.

Monitor testing, inspections, equipment start-ups, and commissioning activities.

Verify compliance with approved shop drawings, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.

Track corrective actions and monitor resolution of quality-related issues.

Assist in punch list development, project closeout, and final acceptance activities.

Maintain quality records and documentation supporting project compliance.