Resident Engineer/Clerk of the Works (00551)

United States·GardnerFull-Timemid

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Position Summary Reporting to the DCAMM Project Manager during Construction, this Resident Engineer/Clerk of the Works is responsible for on-site observations and daily reporting on progress,

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Reporting to the DCAMM Project Manager during Construction, this Resident Engineer/Clerk of the Works is responsible for on-site observations and daily reporting on progress, as well as monitoring and coordinating testing and inspection services full-time during the construction phase. Communicate and collaborate with the Owner/Architect/OPM team to ensure project integrity and a high-quality work product that consistently meets or exceeds the project’s contract documents, drawings, and specifications. Maintain records at the OPM’s on-site field office, including but not limited to written and electronic correspondence, contract documents, change orders, change directives, reports, shop drawings, project data, and samples.

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

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

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

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

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

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.