How to hire a representative projects

How to hire a representative projects, step by step

Here's a step-by-step representative projects hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a representative projects job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new representative projects
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The representative projects hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A representative projects's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, representative projects from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of representative projects and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Representative Projects	Description	Hourly rate
   Representative Projects	Civil engineers design, build, supervise, operate, and maintain construction projects and systems in the public and private sector, including roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and systems for water supply and sewage treatment.	$16-34
   Structural Engineering Internship	A structural engineering intern is responsible for supporting the engineering team on construction and structural projects, identifying cost-reduction techniques, and drafting layouts that adhere to clients' specifications, business requirements, and budget limitations. Structural engineering interns join the engineers on area visits, inspecting site foundation, and calculating dimensions and material costing... Show more	$15-32
   Geotechnical Engineer	A Geotechnical Engineer plans and designs the structures for buildings, roads, embankments, canals, and other construction projects. They provide advice to civil and structural engineers, architects, and construction personnel.	$26-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Construction Projects
   • Construction Management
   • Infrastructure
   • OSHA
   • Autocad
   • Construction Observation
   • Inspection Reports
   • Construction Inspection
   • Shop Drawings
   • As-Built Drawings
   • Project Scope
   • Project Site
   • SDLC
   • RFI

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead and manage all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for several custom solutions.
   • Lead ERP and CRM support and maintenance, teams for clients including Cummins, IBM, IRI, Honeywell and GE.
   • Manage all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for dozens of custom solutions both front and back end.
   • Conduct in-services on managing patients with chemotherapy-induce anemia to nursing staff at inpatient and outpatient facilities, providing treatment algorithms.
   • Draft sketches and drawings using AutoCAD.
   • Verify code conformance and OSHA compliance in all work.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your representative projects job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A representative projects salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a representative projects in Alabama may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level representative projects usually earns less than a senior-level representative projects. Additionally, a representative projects with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average representative projects salary

   $50,815yearly

   $24.43 hourly rate

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   Entry-level representative projects salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average representative projects salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$66,453	$32
   2	Washington	$60,965	$29
   3	New York	$60,885	$29
   4	Massachusetts	$55,852	$27
   5	Missouri	$55,421	$27
   6	Maryland	$55,371	$27
   7	Illinois	$54,266	$26
   8	Iowa	$51,669	$25
   9	North Carolina	$51,105	$25
   10	Michigan	$50,321	$24
   11	Colorado	$50,140	$24
   12	Arizona	$49,079	$24
   13	Minnesota	$49,061	$24
   14	Mississippi	$46,163	$22
   15	Ohio	$46,076	$22
   16	Texas	$45,372	$22
   17	Nebraska	$45,344	$22
   18	Indiana	$45,315	$22
   19	Florida	$41,251	$20
   20	Tennessee	$40,007	$19

   Average representative projects salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	IBM	$86,803	$41.73
   2	Stanley Consultants	$73,971	$35.56	6
   3	Jacobs Engineering Group	$72,083	$34.66
   4	Thrasher Engineering, Inc	$67,906	$32.65
   5	Fishbeck	$67,746	$32.57
   6	Marriott International	$66,909	$32.17	4
   7	HDR	$65,220	$31.36	11
   8	Broward Health	$64,398	$30.96
   9	Black & Veatch	$62,681	$30.14	6
   10	Green Janet Lynne	$61,638	$29.63
   11	Carollo Engineers	$61,509	$29.57	2
   12	University of Michigan	$61,066	$29.36
   13	Weston & Sampson	$59,987	$28.84	1
   14	Memorial Healthcare System	$59,754	$28.73
   15	C2AE	$59,705	$28.70
   16	Bolton & Menk	$59,536	$28.62	6
   17	Thermo Fisher Scientific	$55,300	$26.59
   18	Chestnut Health Systems	$53,948	$25.94
   19	PEAK Technical Staffing USA	$53,193	$25.57
   20	American Consulting Inc	$51,399	$24.71	1

4. Writing a representative projects job description

   A job description for a representative projects role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a representative projects job description:

   Representative projects job description example

   We're in the business of limitless potential. From iconic designs to monumental ground breakings, we believe the best solutions are the product of diverse perspectives.
   
   By managing capital programs and projects as if they were our own, our project management business, and technical experts work with clients to strategize, plan, and implement projects that help them achieve their organization's objectives. Our award-winning team has managed thousands of projects across all sectors - hospitals, airports, and entire university campuses; infrastructure like mass transit and water-treatment facilities; and energy and resource assignments, from mines to wind farms.
   
   Join an award-winning team of program and project management specialists that are passionate to bring transformational project solutions to life.
   Your Opportunity
   Stantec is seeking an Owner's Representative, Project Director for the design and construction of multiple projects. The projects will be in various phases from conceptual planning stages through design, construction, and occupancy; and range in sector and complexity. Total project costs can range from several Million to $300+Million.
   
   As a Project Director, you will exhibit all the qualities of an experienced Project Manager with the added ability to lead client accounts. The typical Program and Project Management client structure includes a Project Executive paired with a Project Director and/or Project Manager (and Assistant Project Manager if required) so our clients benefit from a high level of service. This structure allows the Project Director to lead the team, while having a support structure of Stantec Program and Project Management Executives. Project Directors have autonomy and are empowered to lead project teams, while having access to executive oversight when required.
   Your Key Responsibilities Manage all aspects of multiple projects valued at $25m-$300m, to include both renovations and new builds Directly managing activities of up to 25-50 project team members Foster a diverse collaborative culture Manage conflicting priorities and business interests Motivate and inspire others along with inspiring confidence and trust in clients and potential clients Involve employees, deliver results, emphasize teamwork, stimulate change, and recognize performance Interact with client as project leader and define pace, progression, and culture of project team Communicate clients' goals, constraints, and priorities to the project team Anticipate and foresee conditions and concerns. Make decisions on major project events, taking into consideration the impact the final direction has on the project goals and all disciplines within a project Ensure that scheduled activities are meeting the client's goals and objectives Communicate the vision and scope of the project and keep it on track Develop and maintain the respect and confidence of the project team, motivating people to perform at their best Utilize the professional project team members and other resources efficiently Create a project budget including all cost parameters for the project. Position requires working knowledge of costs for capital project components Create schedules with all relevant events and understand their relationships Train PM's in creating schedules, budgets, and overall team management Present budgets, schedules, and events to clients, allowing for continuous project progression with client understanding and concurrence. Project Director will be required to present, and maintain confidence of C-suite client executives Monitor profitability - fee utilization against contract value Review the design for adherence to client expectation and budgetary constraints Monitor the construction process to ensure client's objectives are met Take ownership and maintain full accountability for the success of the project Monitor all client communication and correspondence Review and approve all client invoices Review and approve project invoices and payment requests such that payments are consistent with work completed
   Your Capabilities and Credentials Leadership experience in building sectors related to design and construction is required Project Management experience on large, capital project Ability to logically and creatively analyze and manage the project budget Understanding of preconstruction/project development process and requirements Understanding of contracts (negotiations, language, and requirements) Demonstrated ability to lead project team Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities Strong computer skills and literacy in scheduling, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in related field, such as Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Business, or equivalent degree 10+ years' experience managing projects and leading project teams Professional Registration or certifications a plus
   Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
   
   This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
   
   Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right representative projects for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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   • Post your representative projects job on Zippia to find and attract quality representative projects candidates.
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6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with representative projects candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new representative projects

   Once you have selected a candidate for the representative projects position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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