Construction Representative Senior (Madison)

Construction Representative - Senior (Madison) State of Wisconsin - Administration Madison, WI Job Details Full-time $93,600.00 - $98,654.40 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Dental insurance Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Contract management Construction site inspections Asbestos Certification Construction schedules Construction administrative experience Waste management Senior level Construction project closeout Construction change order management Full Job Description Introduction Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin. The Division of Facilities Development, Bureau of Architecture & Engineering, Construction Services is seeking to hire a Construction Representative-Senior for projects in Madison, Wisconsin. This position will work remotely from the selected candidate's home location. This position requires independent statewide travel throughout Wisconsin to remote locations and onsite meetings on a regular basis. As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values at Department of Administration are Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity . Our values make it possible for us to fulfill our mission, with a set of shared principles and practices, and form the bedrock of how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies. Position Summary The Construction Representative is responsible for providing efficient construction oversight and construction contract administration services for a wide range of capital improvement projects. Specific duties include but are not limited to chairing construction kickoff and construction progress meetings, oversight of work performed by general contractors, documenting and tracking the status of observed design and construction issues, witnessing functional testing procedures, and assuring that contractors comply with construction waste recycling requirements. Salary Information This position is in schedule-range (14-13) with a salary between $93,600.00 and $98,654.40. In addition, the employee will be eligible for a $ 0.30 per hour add-on after completing mandatory specialized training and obtaining certification as an Asbestos Supervisor. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment Well Wisconsin Wellness Program - a free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! Job Details Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire. Qualifications Qualified applicants will have education, training, or experience in: Construction Oversight (e.g., acting as a field representative, reviewing, and resolving design and constructability issues, inspecting the work of contractors and documenting observed deficiencies, reviewing, monitoring, or directing construction close out process, etc.) Construction Administration (e.g. interpreting plans and specifications, chairing construction kickoff meetings and construction progress meetings, reviewing construction schedules, reviewing reimbursable labor rates to confirm that they are fair and reasonable, reviewing schedules of values to confirm that invoiced work is complete, reviewing/approving contractor's pay requests, processing contractor's requests for information, construction bulletins, field orders and change orders, etc.) How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance. Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process. Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Questions can be directed to Michelle Bassuener at . Deadline to Apply Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday, May 17, 2026.