Construction Observer (RPR) - Military veterans preferred

2025-09-18
C2AE
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Bessemer
Michigan
49911
United States


C2AE


Job Title Construction Observer (RPR)

Discipline Civil Engineering

Location

Bessemer - Bessemer, MI 49911 US (Primary)



Job Description

Construction Observer (RPR)

Department: Site Design or Transportation

Location: Bessemer, MI

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




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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