Structures Representative

Hdr

The Role

Overview

Field engineer overseeing structural construction compliance for LAWA ATMP road improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • stakeholder coordination
  • submittal review
  • report preparation
  • field inspection
  • constructability review
  • safety monitoring

Tasks

Coordination: Act as a liaison between the contractor, LAWA Resident Engineer, PMCM Team, LAWA Inspection, Caltrans Oversight Resident Engineer and Structures Representative, Caltrans METs, LA BOE, LA DBS and other consultants, and potentially utility companies. Act as a liaison between the contractor, LAWA Resident Engineer, PMCM Team, LAWA Inspection, Caltrans Oversight Resident Engineer and Structures Representative, Caltrans METs, LA BOE, LA DBS and other consultants, and potentially utility companies. Other professionals: Act as a liaison between the contractor, LAWA Resident Engineer, PMCM Team, LAWA Inspection, Caltrans Oversight Resident Engineer and Structures Representative, Caltrans METs, LA BOE, LA DBS and other consultants, and potentially utility companies. Act as a liaison between the contractor, LAWA Resident Engineer, PMCM Team, LAWA Inspection, Caltrans Oversight Resident Engineer and Structures Representative, Caltrans METs, LA BOE, LA DBS and other consultants, and potentially utility companies. Technical review: Review and approve contractor submittals like shop drawings and action submittals, and perform calculations for elements like alignment, grade, and temporary works (e.g., falsework, shoring, column guying, Bridge demolition etc). Review and approve contractor submittals like shop drawings and action submittals, and perform calculations for elements like alignment, grade, and temporary works (e.g., falsework, shoring, column guying, Bridge demolition etc). Documentation and reporting: Prepare daily inspection reports, maintain accurate as-built records, and ensure all project documentation, including material certifications, is complete and compliant. Prepare daily inspection reports, maintain accurate as-built records, and ensure all project documentation, including material certifications, is complete and compliant. Field oversight and inspection: Support LAWA Inspection Team and LAWA PMCM to conduct risk-based inspections throughout all phases of construction, from initial work to the final structure, to ensure compliance with contract documents and Caltrans standards. Support LAWA Inspection Team and LAWA PMCM to conduct risk-based inspections throughout all phases of construction, from initial work to the final structure, to ensure compliance with contract documents and Caltrans standards. Design Units: Provides constructability reviews and expert assistance on structure construction methodsProvides constructability reviews and expert assistance on structure construction methods Safety: Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and coordinate with a Structures Project Safety Coordinator for specialty work. Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and coordinate with a Structures Project Safety Coordinator for specialty work. Structures Representative for the LAWA ATMP Roadway Improvements project is a Key Role under LAWA’s PMCM Team responsible for the technical control of all structural work on a construction project. They provide oversight and expert guidance, ensuring that bridges, retaining walls, and other structures are built according to state standards and contract specifications. Their primary role is to provide field engineering oversight for bridge and other structure construction projects, ensuring they are built in compliance with plans, specifications, and safety regulations. Responsibilities include inspecting work, reviewing and approving shop drawings, managing contract administration, coordinating with various parties, and ensuring materials testing and documentation are correct. Resident Engineer: Works closely with the Resident Engineer, advising them on major structural activities and assisting with technical and administrative duties. Works closely with the Resident Engineer, advising them on major structural activities and assisting with technical and administrative duties. Contract and project administration: Handle technical and contractual administration, including monitoring project progress, coordinating with the Resident Engineer on payments, and responding to contractor requests. Handle technical and contractual administration, including monitoring project progress, coordinating with the Resident Engineer on payments, and responding to contractor requests.

Requirements

  • pe license
  • primavera
  • astm/aci
  • driver's license
  • first aid
  • 5-year

What You Bring

The representative has experience working directly for Caltrans or may be a consultant hired by a local agency for projects that involve state rights-of-way. A minimum of five (5) years of responsible experience performing the duties as a Structure Representative, or ten (10) years of responsible experience as an Assistant Structure Representative, for similar Caltrans and/or Caltrans Oversight projects involving construction of CIP PT Box Girder Bridges, Caltrans Standard and Modified Retaining Walls, Overhead Sign Structures, Machine Soil Mixing (MSM), Large Diameter CIDH Piles in Dry & Wet conditions using Oscillators and/or temporary casings, independent review and analysis of temporary structures such as falsework, shoring, column guying, bridge removal / demolition etc. -Knowledge and experience with equipment used in structure construction inspection, surveying, and construction office engineering. -Possess a valid Driver's License -Knowledge and experience with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and the General Permit. -Possess a valid American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) or California Test Methods (CTM), or American Concrete Institute (ACI) -A minimum of five (5) years of responsible experience performing the duties as a Structure Representative, or ten (10) years of responsible experience as an Assistant Structure Representative, for similar Caltrans and/or Caltrans Oversight projects involving construction of CIP PT Box Girder Bridges, Caltrans Standard and Modified Retaining Walls, Overhead Sign Structures, Machine Soil Mixing (MSM), Large Diameter CIDH Piles in Dry & Wet conditions using Oscillators and/or temporary casings, independent review and analysis of temporary structures such as falsework, shoring, column guying, bridge removal / demolition etc. -Knowledge and experience with analyzing construction claims and reviewing cost. -Possess a Standard First Aid Certificate -Knowledge of computers, computer applications, and computer software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others); Critical Path Method (CPM) software such as Primavera Project Planner (P3, P6) and SureTrak, or any updated version, as a minimum; Scheduler Analyzer Pro; and Microsoft Project. -Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication. -Experience in Dispute Review Board (DRB) meetings and preparing position paper. -Knowledge and experience with subcontracting laws and policies. -Proper background clearance, as necessary, when performing work on or near the rail system. -Knowledge and experience in keeping complete, accurate, and concise records of the work and quantities. -Registered professional engineer licensed in the State of California in good standing with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists at all times while assigned to work on this contract and in the Task Orders. -Knowledge and experience with monitoring labor compliance. -Knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual.

The Company

About Hdr

-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Sector Specialisms

Architecture

Asset Management

Coastal Engineering & Restoration

Commissioning & Operations

Economics & Finance

Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Healthcare

Infrastructure

Oil and Gas

Planning & Consulting

Power

Program Management

Project Delivery

Research

Right of Way

Sustainability & Resilience

Transportation

Water Resources

Waste Management

Wastewater and Reuse

Security Clearance

-requires proper background clearance when working on or near the rail system.