Resident Engineer

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City:New York

State:New York

We are seeking a Resident Engineer/Inspector (REI) with an active Professional Engineer (PE) license to serve as the owners representative on large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects. This role is PE-driven combining engineering oversight construction management and project leadership. The REI will provide daily on-site supervision ensure compliance with design and contract requirements and coordinate with contractors agencies and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Candidates must hold a New York PE license; a New Jersey PE license is highly desirable as the company expands into NJ. This is a fully on-site long-term role with direct responsibility for managing complex projects including bridges tunnels heavy foundations utility relocations and civil infrastructure work.

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Field Management

• Serve as the owners on-site representative overseeing all construction activities and contractor operations.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with approved drawings specifications codes and contract documents.
• Conduct daily field inspections documenting progress safety compliance and quality control issues.
• Resolve field conflicts and design clarifications promptly to minimize delays.
• Manage multiple stakeholders including contractors subcontractors design teams utility companies and regulatory agencies.

Project Controls & Financial Management

• Manage project schedules using Primavera P6 reviewing and updating progress regularly.
• Track project budgets forecasting expenditures and managing cash flow.
• Review negotiate and approve change orders including pricing estimating and assessing budget impacts.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily weekly and monthly progress reports logs and project documentation.
• Monitor compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Engineering Leadership & Professional Oversight

• Apply professional engineering judgment in evaluating design and construction issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff and field engineers.
• Conduct inspections testing and verification to ensure quality standards are met.
• Support construction management processes including scheduling estimating and risk mitigation.
• Act as a liaison between the owner and project teams advocating for project goals and ensuring alignment with objectives.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York required; New Jersey PE license preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Civil Mechanical or related Engineering field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in resident engineering construction inspection and project management for heavy civil projects.
• Demonstrated experience with bridges tunnels heavy foundations utility relocations and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods materials codes and standards.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 project scheduling budgeting estimating and forecasting.
• Experience managing change orders contract administration and construction negotiations.
• Professional certifications such as CCM PMP or CWI strongly preferred.
• Exceptional leadership communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work fully on-site manage multiple priorities and maintain a proactive approach to project delivery.

Compensation & Benefits

• Fully on-site long-term project assignments
• Opportunity to work on high-profile complex infrastructure projects
• Professional growth and mentoring in a collaborative engineering environment

Why Join Us

This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced PE looking to manage and execute heavy civil infrastructure projects. As an REI you will combine your engineering expertise with construction management authority to ensure projects are delivered safely on time and within budget. You will have the responsibility and autonomy to lead projects from the field every day oversee contractors and make critical engineering decisions that shape the regions infrastructure.

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