• Resident Project Representative

    Actalent (Indianapolis, IN)


    Job Title: Resident Project Representative

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Resident Project Representative to oversee construction and rehabilitation projects related to municipal water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems. This role requires conducting on-site observations to ensure progress and quality align with contract documents, serving as the engineer’s liaison with contractors, and maintaining comprehensive project records.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct on-site observations to monitor progress and quality of work according to contract documents.

    + Serve as the engineer's liaison with the contractor.

    + Maintain detailed records, including a daily logbook and updated drawings with authorized changes.

    + Review the contractor’s applications for payment for compliance with established procedures.

    + Attend meetings such as preconstruction conferences, progress meetings, and job conferences.

    + Comply with site safety programs.

    + Assist engineers in liaising between the owner and contractor and obtaining additional information as required.

    + Remain on the job site throughout the project’s construction phase.

    + Review progress schedules, shop drawings, sample submittals, and other contractor submissions.

    + Forward recommendations to the assigned engineer.

    Essential Skills

    + Professional experience in construction and/or inspection of underground utilities systems, including water lines, sanitary sewer lines, and treatment plants.

    + Ability to read and understand civil construction plans and specifications.

    + Proficiency in computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

    + Experience with construction inspection, preferably with civil consulting firms.

    + Ability and willingness to travel and stay overnight at project sites.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in civil inspection, preferably in water/wastewater systems.

    + Familiarity with testing methods for water/sewer pipe installations, such as pressure testing, air testing, and disinfection testing.

    + Experience with construction oversight and liaison roles.

    Work Environment

    This position requires travel throughout the State of Indiana, with the possibility of overnight stays in hotels or company-provided apartments. Candidates will use their personal vehicles, with mileage reimbursed. Standard construction hours are 7 AM to 4 PM, with potential for overtime up to 50+ hours as needed. Projects are typically within 60-90 minutes of the candidate's home, but flexibility to work out of town is necessary. The work involves managing projects designed by the company, providing a stable and autonomous work environment with opportunities for growth and impact in local communities.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $39.42/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.