Resident Project Representative

Apex Companies, LLC

Resident Project Representative at Apex Companies overseeing construction of water and wastewater projects. Ensuring compliance with standards while monitoring construction for municipal projects in New England.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Observes and reports on the construction of municipal water and wastewater projects which may involve horizontal construction, new treatment plant construction and/or rehabilitation construction.
Monitors and reports the contractor's adherence to standards, specifications, and design drawings and permits.
Reviews contract documents, submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation and provide comments, coordinate review, and record as necessary
Observes construction activities ensuring compliance with the contract and site procedures, tracks activities to review payments, prepares progress reports
Monitors that construction complies with approved current standards and specifications
Observes and photographs construction work in progress
Notes and reports improprieties and deficiencies
Maintains field log of daily events
Tracks and quantifies items of construction daily
Monitors project schedule
Coordinates and schedules subconsultants as needed
Communicates proactively and consistently with all involved parties
Formulates written progress reports
Observes and records material and equipment tests and equipment startup
Reviews and provides recommendations for submittals, pay estimates for contractors, proposed change orders, and documentation for funding and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline is preferred
Must have previous related experience, including 3+ years of construction/field observation experience
EIT/PE a plus
Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, Owner and contractor's superintendent.
Excellent written communication skills
Computer proficiency with Microsoft applications
Knowledge of construction processes, means, and methods.
Ability to stand and walk around for several hours observing and documenting field conditions or critical construction operations at active construction sites.
Valid driver's license, good driving history and reliable transportation are required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized medical and dental.
Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Construction Compliance MonitoringContract Document ReviewProgress ReportingField Log MaintenanceConstruction Process KnowledgeMaterial and Equipment TestingProject Schedule MonitoringQuantification of Construction ItemsRFI ReviewChange Order Recommendations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProactive Coordination

Certifications

EITPE