Resident Project Representative II

The Resident Project Representative

The Resident Project Representative provides advanced on-site construction observation and inspection services for public-sector infrastructure projects. Acting as the Engineer’s representative in the field, this role is responsible for monitoring construction progress, verifying compliance with contract documents, coordinating with project stakeholders, and maintaining thorough project documentation. The RPR is expected to work with minimal oversight and may provide guidance to junior field staff while supporting project managers and engineers throughout construction.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the Engineer’s on-site representative by observing construction progress, workmanship, and compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Review project plans and specifications prior to construction and proactively identify potential issues or discrepancies.
• Coordinate daily with contractor personnel, construction managers, and owner representatives.
• Attend progress meetings, job conferences, and other construction-related meetings.
• Maintain organized and accurate field documentation, including correspondence, submittals, shop drawings, samples, and delivery records.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports with photographs documenting construction activities, site conditions, and communications.
• Observe and document field and utility testing activities (e.g., concrete, soils, compaction, pressure testing, infiltration/exfiltration, disinfection) and report deficiencies to the engineer.
• Evaluate contractor requests and suggestions for modifications to drawings or specifications and provide recommendations to the engineer.
• Review contractor schedules, installed quantities, stored materials, and percent-complete items.
• Review contractor progress payment requests and applications for payment and provide recommendations to the engineer.
• Verify that required material certifications, equipment documentation, and operation and maintenance manuals are submitted per contract requirements.
• Participate in substantial completion and final inspections.
• Witness manufacturer demonstration testing and prepare summary reports for the engineer.
• Support construction closeout activities and final documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper operation of company vehicles and equipment.