Construction Specialist - Municipal & Water​/Wastewater

Construction Specialist

At HRG, we pride ourselves on being an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm. We are actively seeking a Construction Specialist in our Cranberry Township, PA office to support our growing infrastructure services. As a Construction Specialist with HRG, you will contribute to the successful delivery of municipal, water, and wastewater infrastructure projects from pre-construction through close-out.

You will work closely with project managers, designers, contractors, and municipal clients to ensure projects are executed in alignment with contract documents, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support construction administration activities for municipal, water, and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Review construction documents, plans, specifications, and contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements
• Track project progress, quantities, and maintain accurate documentation including daily reports and as-built records
• Evaluate and process change orders, payment applications, and field directives to ensure accurate contract administration
• Observe and document construction activities to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and safety requirements
• Coordinate inspections, punch lists, and project closeout activities with contractors, municipalities, and internal teams
• Conduct site visits and field investigations to support issue resolution and maintain design intent during construction
• Serve as a liaison between clients, contractors, municipalities, and internal project teams

Municipal Focused Projects:

• Support construction of roadway, stormwater, and municipal infrastructure projects
• Review plans for compliance with municipal codes, zoning requirements, and regulatory standards
• Coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies to facilitate approvals and inspections

Water & Wastewater Focused Projects:

• Support construction of water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment infrastructure
• Inspect installation of pipelines, pump stations, and related systems to ensure compliance with contract documents
• Support environmental compliance and permitting requirements throughout construction execution

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience in civil construction, construction administration, or related field
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience reviewing submittals, change orders, and payment applications
• Familiarity with municipal ordinances, zoning regulations, and PennDOT standards preferred
• Experience with water and wastewater systems and infrastructure strongly preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software is a plus
• NICET, SEO, Construction Documents Technologist (CDT), or related certifications are beneficial but not required
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective utilization of common business platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting tools, project management systems, etc.
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary, which may include overnight stays
• Valid US Driver's License is required
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG:

• Work with Purpose & Impact:
  Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for…