Field Representative

We are on the lookout for individuals who thrive in the collaborative spirit of engineering, where their efforts are appreciated, and excellence is recognized. Join our dynamic team where you can play a crucial role in creating a meaningful and long-lasting influence on the communities we serve.  Apply now for our Field Representative opportunity in our Salem, Oregon or Beaverton, Oregon office.  This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated person ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to our growing operations.

Job Summary:

The Field Representative will spend part or all of most days in the field on a construction project. They act under the direction of the Engineer as the Engineer’s representative at the project construction site, observing and documenting construction activities to verify the work is progressing in conformance with the contract documents.  This position does require the ability to travel 1 to 3 days/nights a week with travel expenses reimbursed.

Responsibilities include:

• Act as a liaison between the Engineer and the Contractor to facilitate communication
• Prepare daily reports to document work progress, site conditions, and decisions made
• Participate in and prepare notes for project meetings
• Maintain records for use in preparing project documentation
• Review applications for payment with the Contractor and forward with recommendations to the Engineer
• Participate in Engineer’s visits to the site to assess work progress
• Other duties as assigned
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
• Experience with accurate record-keeping
• Familiarity with public works construction processes and documentation
• Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions over rough terrain
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Will require travel and overnight stays depending on project assignments

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of construction and field experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
  
• Proficient with photographic and written documentation

Benefits:

• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance with option to buy up
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k match program & access to asset management services
• Year-end bonus
• Costco membership
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid day of community service
  

We are a mid-sized consulting firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services throughout the West including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. We provide client-focused solutions in surface water, water and wastewater engineering, as well as transportation planning, roadway, bridges and vertical structures, site civil design, construction management, electrical, controls, and surveying. Our clients include federal, state, and local agencies as well as small and medium sized cities. Our work is never boring and always influences the communities we serve. We take joy in everything we do – from work to play – our staff finds ways to be more human and balanced.

Please review the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form found here to answer the questions provided at the bottom of the application process.

Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.