Construction Representative

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Construction Representative for heavy civil construction projects. Candidates must have experience inspecting projects that may include roadway drainage, grading, surfacing, and bridges. Experience with Word and Excel is necessary. The job will require the ability to climb ladders, lift light loads, and work 40‑50 hours per week. Some weekend work and travel within Oklahoma may also be required.

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

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred (in a related field).
• Construction Rep II: 2–4 years of experience preferred.
• Construction Rep III: 5+ years of experience.
• Oklahoma Highway Construction Inspection Technician Sampler Certification preferred.

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have planned and designed the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment, including a hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work, and an alternative work schedule program that provides 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.