Construction Project Representative - Water - Gaithersburg

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Company : Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id : 115823 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : Yes Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black & Veatch? Join the Overland Contracting (a Black & Veatch company) construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day. From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next. Why Black & Veatch Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day. From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next. Job Summary This is a construction oversight position that is responsible for overseeing the work of contractors and commissioning agents involved in the construction, improvement, and/or commissioning of projects.  This position requires considerable experience and training in construction management and construction contract administration.  Construction Representatives are responsible for monitoring the progress of the construction team throughout the construction, commissioning, closeout, and warranty phase of capital improvement projects.  Construction Representatives may be assigned multiple projects of varying degrees of complexity at multiple sites.  Construction Representatives perform work under the limited supervision of an Owner’s Advisor, with broad latitude in exercising independent judgment.

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Key Responsibilities Acts as a field representative to ensure that all Work is completed according to the requirements outlined in the contract documents. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the project team to solve constructability issues as they arise over the course of a project. Monitors the contractor’s submittal register/log and actively tracks the status of submittals. May help the Owner’s Advisor facilitate submittal reviews by various departmental stakeholders. Reviews Contractor’s certified payroll submissions and may periodically perform labor standards interviews to ensure that field personnel are receiving the appropriate wages . Maintains electronic files for all project documentation in the designated Project Management Information System (PMIS), including correspondence, daily logs, inspection and tests reports, submittals, transmittals, etc. Ensures contractors maintain accurate as-built documentation and that the Project Design Engineer (PDE) reviews as-builts periodically and in conjunction with PDE-required field inspections. Assists Operations and Maintenance (O&M) departments with their review of O&M submittals, including manuals, spare part lists , asset induction information. Ensure that O&M departments receive appropriate training . Monitors and reports on the progress of functional testing, operational demonstration, commissioning, and construction closeout. Performs warranty inspections and assists O&M departments with resolving issues during the warranty period. Work may include other duties and responsibilities, as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Architecture , Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction Minimum 5 years experience in water, wastewater, or stormwater Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Experience using a PMIS (e.g., eBuilder, Procore, Oracle Unifier) for construction Experience using AutoDesk applications preferred Minimum Qualifications Experience: 3+ years as Superintendent with degree, or 5+ years without. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.Certifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read and interpret plans, details, schedules, and specifications. Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods across various disciplines and technical areas, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire suppression. Knowledge and experience with problem solving skills, including identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and propose solutions. Excellent interpersonal, communications, team building and conflict resolution skills. Ability to be an independent thinker capable of solving problems within a team environment by analyzing technical issues, applying underlying principles, and delivering cost-effective solutions that provide value to clients. Competencies CollaboratesCommunicates effectivelyCourageDirects workInstills trustInterpersonal savvyOrganizational savvySalary Plan CNS: Construction ServicesJob Grade 016Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. 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