Construction Representative

Company Description

R2T, Inc. provides comprehensive Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction services across the United States. With expertise in all project phases, including conceptual planning, design development, permitting, and regulatory compliance, R2T excels in delivering tailored solutions for diverse client needs. The company specializes in watershed and stormwater management, design-build services, construction management, and operations support. Driven by a team of skilled professionals, R2T is committed to meeting client objectives with dedication and expertise.

Role Description

The Construction Representative (ConRep) is a key field-based member of the Owner’s Advisor (OA) team, responsible for monitoring and coordinating construction activities performed by the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR). The ConRep provides oversight of the CMAR and is responsible for ensuring that construction activities are carried out in strict compliance with contract documents, approved submittals, DC Water procedures, and established collaborative delivery best practices. The ConRep may also be involved in pre-construction activities. 

·        Monitor daily construction activities of the CMAR.

·        Provide field coordination for the CMAR and OA Inspectors.

·        Review CMAR prepared logs, registers, correspondence, and schedules.

·        Report on field issues and progress.

·        Provide day-to-day direction to OA Inspectors to ensure proper oversight staffing for observation of CMAR activities.

·        Ensure OA Inspectors are submitting daily inspection reports in accordance with DC Water procedures.

·        Review and maintain records of CMAR correspondence, schedules, logs, etc.

·        Review daily inspection reports on construction progress, issues, and compliance.

·        Review of CMAR monthly payment applications.

·        Review of CMAR requests for information (RFIs).

·        Review of CMAR Submittals for conformance with the contract requirements, and coordinate review of technical submittals with the design engineer.

·        Facilitate communication between the CMAR, OA Inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

·        Participate in pre-construction and construction phase meetings as required.

·        Collaborate with CMAR, Project Design Engineer, Owner, OA team and other stakeholders.

·        Monitor CMAR compliance with safety plans, QA/QC requirements, and contract documents.

·        Elevate unresolved field issues to the OA Delivery Manager for further action.

·        Minimum 10 years’ construction management experience in the Municipal and/or private sector.

·        Minimum 5 years’ construction management experience in water and wastewater industry. Exposure to linear rehabilitation work preferred. 

·        Prior experience directing field teams or inspectors.

·        Experience in evaluating contractor-submitted proposed change orders, analyzing contingency requests, and providing recommendations to support cost and risk management decisions.

·        Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP).

·        Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.

·        Proficiency in maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and using project management systems (e.g., Unifier, SharePoint or similar).

·        Strong understanding of safety regulations, quality assurance/quality control standards, and ability to enforce compliance.

·        Familiar with Contract Administration, including understanding of contract terms, change management processes, and risk management.

·        Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and the ability to multitask are essential.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with contractors, inspectors, engineers, and stakeholders.

·        Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

·        Experience with and understanding of CMAR delivery method.

·        Strong knowledge of trenchless technologies, sewer rehabilitation methods, and utility construction.

·        Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.

·        Familiarity with P6 CPM scheduling and ability to review and validate contractor schedules preferred.

·        Knowledge of construction management software (Primavera P6, Unifier, etc.).

·        OSHA 10-hour safety certification.

·        DBIA or Associate DBIA certification.