Construction Representative

Construction Representative

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Construction Representative to join our Western Gulf Coast Construction team in Houston, Texas. As a Construction Representative, you will be responsible for inspecting and documenting construction activities to ensure all work complies with quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• 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 including travel to/from project sites

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction representative or inspector
• Valid and active driver's license
• Fully proficient using project management information system
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Construction Manager
• Associates degree in related field
• ODOT Material Sampling & Testing Certification
• ACI I
• APWA certification
• Level I NICET
• ENV SWP