Senior Construction Representative

Job Title

Senior Construction Representative 1

Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Performs oversight of construction personnel working on small assigned area of the construction site. Ensures construction work put in place matches construction plans. Identifies deficiencies in constructed structures. Reviews contract terms and conditions. Ensures construction timelines, costs, and materials are in compliance with contract terms and conditions. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Reviews the work of more junior staff.

Documents deficiencies, expected cost overruns, materials issues and any other related construction issue or risk related to their area of oversight. Prepares related reports (ex: monthly progress reports, etc.). Maintains daily report of construction activities. Performs other duties as required. Communicates construction issues to project leadership. Escalates issues to appropriate design staff for resolution. Communicates issue resolution to appropriate construction staff and closes the loop with project leadership when documented issues are resolved.

• High School diploma or Vocational Technical degree or equivalent.
• 8 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Good ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English. Intermediate knowledge of arithmetic. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Ability to adapt to new technologies and quickly learn new computer, smartphone or related applications and programs. Advanced knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in construction. Ability to read, understand, interpret and explain construction plans and drawings, contract provisions, and specifications.

Amount of

Travel Required:

10%

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.