Construction RPRs - Pittsburgh Metropolitan Region

About the Role

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking qualified resident project representatives for water-sewer infrastructure, water-wastewater treatment plants and pumping station facility assignments.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Construction Management required (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• CCM certification preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated resident inspection experience in one or more of the following categories:
  • Water-Sewer Linear Infrastructure including rehabilitation, relining/CIPP, relocations and new construction
  • Water or Wastewater Pumping Stations including new construction and rehabilitation
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants including upgrades or rehabilitation and new construction for facility expansions
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites
• Good communication skills
• Ability to read/interpret plans and specifications; writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports and sketch books
• Basic computer skills required for completing electronic inspection reports including familiarity with eConstruction software for project document control

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the contractor's work for conformance to the design contract plans, specifications and general permit requirements
• Tracking daily quantities
• Completing daily electronic inspection reports
• Reviewing payment requisitions
• Maintaining field construction documentation and as-built drawings

Qualifications

• Specific experience with regional W-WW agencies preferred, including but not limited to PWSA and ALCOSAN
• Sediment & erosion control certifications - NICET, NASSCO certifications desirable including NASSCO-PACP/MACP/LACP for sanitary sewer pipeline and manhole repairs/rehabilitation
• Certification in Temporary Traffic Control required for any assigned contracts involving monitoring Contractor MOT or Lane Closures
• Confined Space training and current certification required for all manhole/pipeline inspection assignments

Physical Requirements (Essential Functions)

This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:

• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 100 yards
• Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip
• Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document
• Work from heights exceeding 6 feet
• Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment
• The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements
• Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits