Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Construction Representative in Austin, TX for heavy civil construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for observing construction on a variety of transportation, water and/or facilities infrastructure projects to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications. The construction representative IV may provide guidance to other construction representatives.
Major Accountabilities:- Observe and inspect ongoing construction work to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
- Oversee the construction record keeping activities by recommending payments to contractors, review proposed change orders submitted by consultants and preparing daily reports
- Prepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolution
- Provide information to project manager/construction manager to the need for change orders, extra work and/or supplemental agreements
- Communicate with client, contractors, and other employees
- Read plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
- Other duties as assigned
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:- High School Diploma or GED
- 10+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction representative or inspector
- Fully proficient using project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:- Associates degree in related field
- CCM Preferred
- DOT technical certifications
- ACI I
- APWA certification
- Level I NICET
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