C2AE


Job Title Construction Observer (RPR)

Discipline Water/Wastewater

Location

Bessemer - Bessemer, MI 49911 US
Brighton - Brighton, MI 48116 US (Primary)
Escanaba - Escanaba, MI 49829 US
Gaylord - Gaylord, MI 49735 US
Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids, MI 49503 US
Lansing - Lansing, MI 48933 US

Construction Observer (RPR)

Department: Site Design or Transportation

Location: Michigan or New York offices

Working at C2AE

C2AE is a growing team of technical and creative people who love design. Here at C2AE, we’re committed to the big picture. We provide full-service design for communities, educators, and businesses—the building blocks of our world—because we want to make a positive difference every day. Join our team if you’re a passionate problem-solver who is eager to collaborate on projects to improve the world we live in.

About the Position

As a resident project representative, you will be responsible for performing daily construction oversight and observation services for various types of infrastructure and transportation projects. Always a part of the larger team, this person works to understand the project needs and works independently on site with both clients and the construction firms. You will have a ground floor view of the projects that we are working on to benefit the communities we live in.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide on-site construction observation services for municipal infrastructure and construction projects.
• Measure quantities, read and interpret plans, specifications and shop drawings.
• Perform materials testing and maintain test logs.
• Transport testing and measurement equipment to and from the job site as needed.
• Prepare and maintain construction records to provide Inspector’s Daily Reports and final field measured data to the Project Manager.
• Review contractor schedules and provide updates to Project Managers.
• Report issues to the Construction Engineer and Project Managers in a timely manner and work to resolve problems or conflicts with contractors involving the interpretation of plans and specification requirements.
• Act as a liaison with residents, clients, project managers and the construction team.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in team meetings, all staff meetings, and other non-billable planning sessions.
• Participate in training and development activities as needed and directed by supervisor.
• Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, time sheet completion, expense reports, completing correspondence, etc.

Qualified candidates will possess the following attributes:

• Graduation from a two-year technical college with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology, preferred.
• Knowledge of statutes/codes/regulations, including program procedures, methods and practices and their application to specific situations; typically learned through certification processes, associate or bachelor's degree programs or a combination of experience and education.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (including, but not limited to: Nuclear Density Gauge certification, aggregate, concrete and density testing certifications); preference given to candidates that have current certifications.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Physical dexterity and ability to negotiate around a crowded and busy working office area, and around a crowded and busy working area; including construction sites
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

Benefits

We support our employees holistically. That’s why we offer a robust health and wellness package, flexible schedules, and an open-door culture. Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• A collaborative and professional environment
• Work-life purpose and fulfillment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance and flex-spending accounts
• 401(K) retirement plan options with up to a 4% company match

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