Resident Project Representative

If you value creativity and outside-of-the-box thinking while enjoying a challenging career with opportunities for continued growth and development, then a career at Hanson Professional Services Inc. is just what you are looking for. Hanson Professional Services Inc. is a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm of more than 500 employees providing a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, scientific, and allied services throughout the USA.
 

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Resident Project Representative position in our Springfield, Illinois office. 

Position Profile

As a Resident Project Representative (RPR), you’ll be part of a growing Hanson environment while working on an exciting and challenging project as part of a collaborative, experienced and diverse team. You will have the opportunity to provide construction observation and project administrative services focusing on building structures. 

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Representing owner in monitoring construction activities
• Interpret building plans and specifications
• Review shop drawings and pay applications
• Review, track and coordinate the resolutions of Requests for Information (RFI’s)
• Detailed and accurate documentation of all aspects of the construction
• Interaction with project team members, including owners, design professional, contractors, subcontractors, surveyors and materials testing personnel.
• Scheduling and assisting with progress meetings
• Assist with the effective resolution of contract issues, timely completion of contract documentation and ability to make adjustments or changes within established policies
• Other duties as assigned

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as a team member to problem solve and learn new technical skills
• Communicate professionally, clearly and efficiently with team members
• Must be self-motivated
   

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/equivalent; an associate degree in civil engineering technology program or two years of college in engineering, pre-engineering, architecture or civil technology is a plus
• 4 years of construction observation and contract administration experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or architecture
• 8+ years of building construction observation and contract administration experience

Working at Hanson:

• This position has a periodic and variable project work schedule. However, typical work hours would be Mon-Fri, with potential for occasional weekend work.  Hours vary based on project demands including potential required overtime. Compensation is provided for overtime.
• As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply.  To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. 
•  Join the Hanson team and love what you do. Focus on making a difference as you support the building construction that has a positive impact on communities across the country. Hanson – Trusted partners. Proven results.

Salary Information:

Technician III range: $31 - $33 per hour

Technician IV range (minimum 6 years of experience): $33.40 - $37.10 per hour

Technician V range (minimum 8 years of experience): $35 - $42 per hour

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Performance bonuses

• 401(k) with matching contribution

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• Comprehensive health & well-being plans

• Financial wellness plans

• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars

• Leadership training

• Lunch & learn development sessions

• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

• Mentorship opportunities

• Award-winning internship program

• Employee recognition

• And so much more!

As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply.  To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY — AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERAN

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.