Resident Engineer/Clerk of the Works (00551) at PMA Consultants – Gardner, Massachusetts

Construction Observation & Field Oversight

• Perform full-time on-site observation of construction activities to monitor progress, quality, and general conformance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications
• Identify and document deficiencies, non-conforming work, and potential risks; communicate findings to the Project Manager and project team
• Track contractor daily activities, manpower, equipment, and site conditions

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain detailed daily reports documenting site activities, progress, issues, weather conditions, and workforce presence
• Maintain organized project records at the field office, including correspondence, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and inspection logs
• Support accurate and timely documentation for project tracking, audit readiness, and dispute avoidance

Coordination & Communication

• Serve as a key on-site liaison between the Owner, Architect/Engineer, OPM, and Contractor
• Attend and support project meetings, including progress meetings, coordination meetings, and site walks
• Communicate project status, concerns, and updates clearly and consistently to stakeholders

Testing, Inspection & Compliance

• Coordinate and monitor third-party testing and inspection services to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Verify that required inspections are completed and properly documented
• Support the enforcement of safety standards, regulatory requirements, and contract compliance

Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• Monitor construction progress against the project schedule and report variances or delays
• Assist in identifying potential impacts to the schedule and support mitigation discussions
• Track completion of key milestones and critical activities

Change Management Support

• Assist in the review and documentation of change orders and field directives
• Track field changes and support validation of scope adjustments relative to contract requirements
• Provide field input to support evaluation of cost and schedule impacts

• Knowledge of field construction project management is typically acquired by a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years’ experience providing Resident Engineer/Clerk of the Works project support, or 15+ years of field experience on construction projects. Similar project experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated abilities in communications (both verbal and written), multi-tasking with a high degree of accuracy, and judgment
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of E-Builder or the ability to learn.
• Direct construction trade experience or knowledge is beneficial.
• Prior municipal/public works project experience helpful.
• Demonstrated record of timely job performance in support of the normally expected construction work hours.
• Ability to pass a CORI and background check is required.