Resident Construction Monitor

This Opportunity

WSP is currently accepting resumes for two (2) Resident Construction Monitor positions one each for construction of two wastewater treatment construction projects in Northeast Arizona.

Anticipated construction will start in February / March 2024 and will continue for 18 months to 2 years. Full-time benefits will be provided.

Individuals not living in the project area may be provided per diem.

This full-time, onsite Construction Monitor / Quality Assurance (QA) Observer position will work as an Engineer’s representative for ground up construction of new facilities, complete with civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, security system, and fire protection, as well as interior building finishes for an onsite laboratory.

The existing wastewater treatment plant must remain operational while the new treatment systems are being constructed. This person will consult, as necessary, with the design engineering staff and is provided the opportunity to participate in construction of a full-scale facility.

Anticipated construction monitoring is approximately a one-half year (18 month) to two-year assignment.

Your Impact

• Will work with the design engineering staff on wastewater construction projects at Chinle, AZ or Kayenta, AZ
• Daily observation of the construction contractor(s) progress
• Support development of quality checklists / forms to verify compliance with construction documents.
• Coordinate with Owner / Plant Operations
• Observe safety / quality / change / risk onsite according to the Contractor’s stipulated plan.
• Facilitate / Participate in progress meetings with project stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations on construction progress.
• Verify contractor cost / schedule / progress.
• Track receipt and closure of parts and materials submittals and RFIs.
• Prepare daily monitoring and other reports.
• Receive and participate in reviewing contractor pay applications.
• Monitor and verify contractor / third-party quality control testing.
• Review project closeout and as-built documentation.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

We are seeking a self-motivated technician / engineer with :

• 10+ years equivalent relevant construction experience, degree and experience is a plus.
• Experience with day-to-day field operations of a wastewater treatment construction project.
• Excellent verbal / written communication
• Experienced at problem solving, conflict resolution, and documenting reasoning behind decisions.
• Experienced with construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with construction safety issues. OHSA training is a plus.
• Experienced in communication between contractors, designers, owners, equipment vendors, and operations staff.
• Must pass background check and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy.
• Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment.
• Training for rebar / concrete inspections available.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years or more of wastewater treatment facility construction experience.
• AS degree or BS degree in construction technology, management or similar technical field is a plus

Additional Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
30+ days ago