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Schnabel Engineering is an employee-owned, professional consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in dam, geotechnical, geostructural, and tunnel engineering.  Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities they live in, and support are a vital part of who we are and what we offer.  Founded in 1956, Schnabel has experienced tremendous success and growth through its dedication to excellence in client service, high quality, and value-added solutions.  Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and Top 10 Dams and Reservoirs Design Firm with over 700+ employees in 32 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, life and disability. Engagement in Schnabel’s wellness program offers incentives for employees to pursue a healthy lifestyle, and the firm rewards employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Benefit options include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Bonus program
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

Schnabel Engineering is currently seeking a Resident Project Representative for medium- to long-term heavy civil construction projects supporting national infrastructure improvements. This role is available in MULTIPLE LOCATIONS across the United States. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Key member of the on-site Construction Management /Quality Assurance and Quality Control team.
• Successfully interface with Owner, Schnabel engineering staff, and Contractor(s).
• Implement problem-solving for technical aspects, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.
• Observes and documents Contractor’s construction means and methods and material installations for adherence with the Contract Documents and approved submittals.
• Performs quality assurance activities and monitors Contractor’s quality control. Develops and maintains Quality Control logs documenting dates, locations, tests, and results.
• Participates in periodic progress meetings, preconstruction meetings, CM Team meetings, or otherwise. Progress Meeting Agenda’s and Meeting Minutes; review of the Contractor’s Change Orders, Contract Extension Requests, and monthly payment application. 
• Tracks Contractor’s physical progress, production, and schedule.
• Tracks Contractor’s manpower and equipment utilization.
• Documents observations and quality assurance/control activities in a daily report with catalogued photos.
• Assists in the review of technical submittals and substitution requests.
• Assists in the review of change orders and dispute resolution as required.

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in dams, water resources and/or heavy civil construction.
• Construction inspection experience on projects of similar magnitude involving earthwork, cast-in-place concrete, lime treatment of soils, and/or roller compacted concrete (RCC) construction, with increasing level of responsibility.
• Knowledgeable in the procedures for Construction Materials Testing (CMT) of soils and concrete, including interpreting results of field and laboratory tests.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated collaborative approach to construction contract management.
• Ability to work in remote locations and on rough terrain.

Preferred Requirements:

• American Concrete Institute (ACI), Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), NICET, and/or ICC certification preferred.
• Experience managing and leadership and coordinating a team of technicians and/or CMT consultants a plus.
• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related discipline preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Position requires travel and possible temporary relocation to project sites throughout the United States for extended periods.
• Ability to work legally in the United States, currently and for the duration of the project.
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle records and credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment employment drug screening.
• Ability to lift construction materials and equipment up to 50lbs
• Ability to navigate heavy civil construction job sites with rugged terrain and stand for potential extended periods of time outside and in inclement weather if necessary
• Ability to climb ladders that may extend to lengths of 25 feet
• Work in accordance with OSHA safety standards to maintain regulatory compliance

The compensation range for this role is between $90,000 to $125,000. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.