Construction Representative

Position Title: Construction Representative
Location: Washington, DC – Field Office
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $75,000.00 to $140,000.00 annually 

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Position Overview 

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.  

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.  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in mechanical, electrical, or related field OR equivalent field experience. 
• 5–10 years of construction inspection experience, with focus on: 
  • Process mechanical systems and/or 
  • Electrical and I&C systems 
• Experience working on large, complex water/wastewater treatment facilities in operation. 
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents. 
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• NICET Certification (Construction, Electrical, or Mechanical) 
• Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, or progressive delivery projects 
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification 
• Experience with inspection software (e.g., Procore, e-Builder, or similar) 
• Familiarity with commissioning and startup of treatment plant systems

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• • 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.  

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
• High level of organization and time management 
• Proactive and detail-oriented mindset 
• Ability to work in fast-paced, active construction environments 
• Team-oriented with problem-solving attitude
• Perform additional duties as required.

Company Overview

CES Consultants, Inc. is a fast-growing, civil infrastructure engineering, program management, construction management, and program analytics and technology firm with offices in Miami, Broward, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, Florida, the DC Metro area, New York City, and New Jersey.

At CES, we work as a team to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with our employees and clients. We are looking for the right professionals to join us on our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable innovations that build resilient communities through smart solutions. Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
• Supporting fellow teammates by work sharing and collaborating

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.  We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.