Resident Project Representative - Water + Environment Market
Gresham Smith
Nashville, TN
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Computer Software, Concrete, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Inspection, Consulting, Contract Requirements, Driver's License, Earthmoving/Earthworks, Electrical Components, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, OSHA, Physical Demands, Piping, Plumbing, Reinforced Concrete, Request for Information (RFI), System Start-Up, Team Player, Telemedicine, Tuition Reimbursement
LOCATION
Nashville, TN
POSTED
30+ days ago
At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose-to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities-we deliver innovative solutions for life's essential infrastructure and institutions.
What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals-we're a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.
Why Gresham Smith?
When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- High school diploma (GED) with 10 years of experience in construction/inspection on a variety of municipal projects, or an Associate's Degree with 8 years of experience.
- Primary experience in sewer rehabilitation with strong expertise in buried sanitary sewer piping and concrete (CIP and precast). Skilled in earthwork, erosion control, and water/wastewater facility construction.
- Experienced with mechanical and electrical installations supporting sewer systems.
- Licenses/Registrations/Certifications are encouraged, and applicants may be required to participate in certification and training courses post-hire as required by OSHA, industry, and/or client-specific requirements. Such certifications could include concrete, asphalt certifications, erosion control, environmental, and hazardous materials training, etc.
- Physical demands: Frequently required to walk (including walking in rough terrain outdoors), stand, sit, use hands to operate, and handle objects, tools, or equipment. Ability to talk, see, and hear, and reach with hands and arms, walk, stand, or stoop. Frequently required to lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally over 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wanting assistance to perform these essential functions.
- Work Environment: Field - outdoors; exposed to environmental elements including humidity, dust, noise, and various temperatures; work in various high-traffic areas.
- Use of personal protective equipment is required and provided by the firm.
- Valid Driver's license
Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit-someone who wants to do great work with great people.
About the Role
As a Resident Project Representative, you will:
- Observe and inspect construction work and prepare daily inspection reports.
- Typical duties include observation of daily construction work, including earthwork, erosion control, reinforced concrete, underground piping, both process and plumbing, above-ground process and plumbing, as well as mechanical and electrical equipment installation and start-up.
- Interpret project drawings, observe construction work in progress, and check compliance with specifications, contract drawings, and approved submittals/shop drawings.
- Refer deviations from plans and specifications to management.
- You may also take part in reviewing submittals, assisting with requests for information (RFI's), and other related activities.
- General knowledge of construction techniques, design, and shop drawing comprehension of moderate complexity is required.
- The ability to learn on the job through observation of others and asking questions is acceptable.
- Familiarity with the use of a computer and general software for reporting.
Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.
Join Us
If you're excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Here's what you can expect:
Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
Competitive Benefits:
- Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
- Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
- Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
- Family Planning and Parental Leave
- Mass/Public Transit Program
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!
GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.
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