Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Construction Representative for heavy civil construction projects. Candidate must have experience inspecting heavy civil construction projects that may include roadway drainage, grading, surfacing and bridges.  Candidate must be able to read and understand construction plans and specifications; inspect all aspects of ongoing construction work to verify conformance to the construction contract documents; clearly communicate (orally and written) with Contractor, Owner, and Engineering personnel. Review and understand submittals and other construction documentation; determine quantities of work items installed and review relate contractor pay applications; and complete an electronic daily construction report clearly documenting daily construction and related activities. Experience with Word and Excel is necessary. The job will require the ability to climb ladders, lift light loads and work 40-50 hours per week. Some weekend work may be required. Some travel within Oklahoma may also be required.   

Major Accountabilities:

Observe and inspect ongoing construction work to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specificationsOversee the construction record keeping activities by recommending payments to contractors, review proposed change orders submitted by consultants and preparing daily reportsPrepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolutionProvide information to project manager/construction manager to the need for change orders, extra work and/or supplemental agreementsCommunicate with client, contractors, and other employeesRead plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specificationsOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

HS Diploma or GED required  

Associates Degree preferred (in related field)  

Construction Rep II: 2-4 years of experience preferred

Construction Rep III: 5+ years of experience

Oklahoma Highway Construction Inspection Technician Sampler Certification preferred.

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always).  Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service.  For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need:  developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at https://www.freese.com/services/benefits-that-work/), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico.  We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at https://www.freese.com/careers/.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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