Construction Representative

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself - apply for the job!

We have a career opportunity for a Construction Representative in Brighton, MI who will work with a broad range of construction projects with our Construction Services Group. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily inspection and documentation of infrastructure projects including road, bridge, water main, and sewer construction, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the construction group.

This position anticipates that you bring some experience with you, being able to lead the inspection or oversight of significant construction tasks with a high level of independence. This position provides progression towards managing multiple project tasks and becoming a project manager.

Location

This position provides a flexible work schedule, with three days working from the Brighton, MI office and two days remotely.

The Impact You Will Have

• Responsible for overseeing one or more key tasks on construction projects and complying with all project and company safety guidelines.
• Perform construction inspection and documentation and communicate if the work observed appears in compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare inspector's daily reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures, and being the example for documentation that supporting staff will refer to and checking their work.
• Report on progress of work, including technical issues, status of work remaining to be done and any noted deficiencies.
• Be the main point of contact at the field level for the Benesch team, as well as preparing calculations and supporting sketches for project documentation.
• Perform basic documentation audits, log, track and/or prepare responses to submittals and RFIs, and perform materials testing including concrete testing and density testing.
• Write meeting minutes and conduct select project meetings and participate in client events and relative association activities.
• Assist with client relationships, as well as assist with writing responses to Requests for Proposals from clients.

What We Are Looking For

• BS in Civil or Construction Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required, EIT preferred.
• 6+ years of working experience with DOT is preferred.
• Recent college grads are highly encouraged to apply!
• Experience working on field projects desired.
• Provide oversight and training of junior staff on projects.
• Excellent communication and intrapersonal skills.
• Strong organisation and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license held for a minimum of one year and a safe motor vehicle record meeting company standard.

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch!

At Benesch, we prioritise the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customised to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions.
• Personalised training and career development plans with your manager.
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organisation memberships, and licenses/certifications.
• Support for active participation in professional organisations to foster leadership and community engagement.

Retirement Benefits

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge.
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%).

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role).
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career.
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events.
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.

Employee Engagement

At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found. Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.