Resident Project Representative in Boston, Massachusetts at Weston & Sampson

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Senior Resident Project Representative or Senior Construction Inspector to oversee and inspect utility/infrastructure construction projects in the Greater Boston area of Massachusetts. Construction includes installing multiple utility systems in a congested urban environment. This position offers meaningful long-term professional development within a dedicated and supportive team of experienced engineering and construction management professionals.

What you’ll do:

• Supervise subordinate consultant field staff.
• Review and evaluate Contractor’s work schedules and updates with the Project Manager.
• Assess current and near-term construction activities to identify and provide input on potential technical, schedule, budget, and communication challenges.
• Coordinate with abutters, the client, and office/design engineers.
• Assist the Project Manager and the client with negotiating claims for extra work/change orders.
• Attend regular site meetings
• Confirm the Contractor’s work complies with shop drawings, RFI’s, change orders and other agreed upon construction modifications
• Measure quantities of in-place work, observe quality of construction, and prepare daily records of construction work
• Record and report problems and failures to comply with contract documents.
• Review Contractor’s monthly payment estimates
• Maintain positive relationships with the client, municipal and utility owner representatives, and contractors.
• Some overtime may be required.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction related field.
• 10+ years of experience with horizontal construction of water/sewer/drain systems and related work.
• Experience with general construction inspection policies, procedures, and administrative requirements.
• Working knowledge and experience with interpreting contract documents, including compliance with prevailing safety regulations.
• Excellent public relations, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational/time management skills.
• Ability to prepare and maintain electronic field records efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to work well with contractors, engineers, municipal representatives, and residents/business owners.
• Valid driver’s license
• Survey experience is a plus

Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00/year based on experience

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 1,000 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

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A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place.  All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.