Assistant Resident Engineer

Assistant Project Representative (Assistant Resident Engineer)

HDR is actively seeking an Assistant Project Representative (Assistant Resident Engineer) to join our growing New York City Water group. The selected candidate will be responsible for construction progress monitoring and coordinating the efforts of the contractors under the supervision of the Resident Engineer, acts in a support role to the RE on NYCDEP water and wastewater infrastructure projects in various locations across NYC 5 boroughs.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance with NYCDEP specifications, approved plans, and contract documents.
• Conducting reviews of electrical drawings and specifications to advise the CM team on more effective solutions during construction.
• Support the Resident Engineer in overseeing contractors and enforcing project schedule and performance standards.
• Understanding and carrying out all tasks given by Resident Engineer/Project Manager with the preparation and maintenance of construction schedules.
• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables, monitoring personnel and resources, developing reporting procedures and systems; and facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points.
• Track and review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and as-built drawings.
• Issue correspondence to subcontractors and vendors when revised plan and/or specifications affects products or services.
• Effective and consistent communications with contractors to understand the contactor's daily agenda.
• Oversee all onsite and offsite construction to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations and the use of proper construction techniques.
• The ARE is situated at the work location and fills the role of the RE when they are unavailable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with NYCDEP processes and procedures.
• With a background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Over 5 years of relevant experience in the construction of water and wastewater infrastructure, particularly on NYCDEP projects.
• Familiarity with using the eBuilder platform for managing submittals and RFI responses.
• Ability to provide solution/consultation in specialized areas, make decisions and solve problems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Those that don't have PE will have the title of "Assistant Project Representative".

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.