Project Representative; Office Engineer

Project Representative (Office Engineer)

Join HDR and leverage your engineering expertise in overseeing construction projects and maintaining labor compliance. HDR is an employee‑owned firm devoted to fostering a welcoming, inclusive workplace where every team member is valued and empowered to bring authentic ideas to work daily.

• Maintain labor compliance requirements.
• Set up and maintain construction project files.
• Create, verify, and process change orders.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor activities, labor, equipment, and materials used.
• Monitor and enforce labor compliance.
• Prepare prevailing wage reporting.
• Receive, review, and interpret daily reporting.
• Attend and participate in construction progress meetings.
• Observe installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
• Identify nonconforming work, develop punchlists, and follow through to correction.
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
• Assist with project audit and closeout.
• Work under general supervision of the Resident Engineer.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Problem‑solving skills with the ability to propose solutions to engineer’s questions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts.
• Team‑player attitude and ability to work collaboratively.
• Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant of HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

Expected compensation range: $100,000 - $150,000 DOE
. HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Primary location:
Folsom, California, United States.
Other eligible locations:
Fresno, Merced, Sacramento, Stockton, California, United States.

HDR is an employee‑owned company that actively works to create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, and respected. HDR supports eight Employee Network Groups—Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, and Young Professionals—and encourages employee engagement and participation across all functions. HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to principles of employment equity and workforce diversity.

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