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Resident Engineer
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
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Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 October 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About Zephyr Rail
Zephyr Rail is an engineering design and construction management firm based in Orange CA. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions in railroad design construction management and UAV solutions. We are proud to have earned Zweig Groups recognition as a Best Firms to Work For for three consecutive years demonstrating our commitment to our team and our industry.
Job Summary
As a Resident Engineer you will serve as the primary on-site leader for Zephyr Rail overseeing quality safety and compliance for complex rail and transportation projects. Your role involves managing all phases of construction from initial constructability reviews to final project completion. You will lead and coordinate a team of inspectors function as the key liaison between contractors and stakeholders and ensure all work adheres strictly to plans and specifications. This position is a critical intersection of construction management on-site supervision and contract administration with a focus on the successful delivery of multi-million-dollar transit and transportation projects.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Salary Range: $165000 - $239000 / annually
Benefits
Paid Medical Dental and Vision 401(k) Plan (with company match) Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Disability Insurance Educational Assistance and Licensure Support Performance-based Bonuses Service Awards Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements (role-dependent).
How to Apply
Were excited to hear from you! Feel free to apply directly on our careers page or learn more about the opportunities at If you dont find exactly what youre looking for dont hesitate to send your resume to emailprotected. We would be pleased to consider you as a potential new member of our passionate team!
At Zephyr Rail were an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion.
Note to Recruiters and Job Placement Agencies
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruiters or agencies. We will consider any unsolicited resumes we receive as our property and will process them accordingly. We will only consider direct applicants.
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Zephyr Rail is an engineering design and construction management firm based in Orange CA. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions in railroad design construction management and UAV solutions. We are proud to have earned Zweig Groups recognition as a Best Firms to Work For for three consecutive years demonstrating our commitment to our team and our industry.
Job Summary
As a Resident Engineer you will serve as the primary on-site leader for Zephyr Rail overseeing quality safety and compliance for complex rail and transportation projects. Your role involves managing all phases of construction from initial constructability reviews to final project completion. You will lead and coordinate a team of inspectors function as the key liaison between contractors and stakeholders and ensure all work adheres strictly to plans and specifications. This position is a critical intersection of construction management on-site supervision and contract administration with a focus on the successful delivery of multi-million-dollar transit and transportation projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee daily field activities to verify contractor work meets design intent contract requirements and quality standards.
- Direct and coordinate inspection staff to ensure proper coverage of construction disciplines.
- Track and document progress quantities and schedule compliance; verify accuracy of contractor pay applications.
- Negotiate settlements for changes and claims.
- Prepare contract change orders.
- Coordinate outside agency support for the contractors schedule.
- Inspect contractor quality control efforts daily.
- Hold weekly coordination meetings with the contractor.
- Maintain project records files and as-built data.
- Issue daily and weekly reports for the resident engineer.
- Calculate and document field quantities for payment.
- Enforce the Contractor Safety Program.
- Review construction plans and provide feedback on design packages.
- Coordinate design permits and stakeholder agreements with third-party and public-agency representatives.
- Function as the owners representative as directed by the project manager or construction manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in civil engineering construction management (or equivalent experience).
- At least 10 years of experience in construction management on transit rail or transportation projects worth over $30 million.
- At least 5 years of supervisory experience managing major construction projects.
- California Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam MS Project and Procore (or equivalent project-management software).
- Bachelors degree in civil engineering construction management (or equivalent experience).
- At least 10 years of experience in construction management on transit rail or transportation projects worth over $30 million.
- At least 5 years of supervisory experience managing major construction projects.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam MS Project and Procore (or equivalent project-management software).
- Rail experience (track systems or facilities) strongly desired.
- Demonstrated ability to manage CMGC Design-Build or Design-Bid-Build delivery methods.
- Excellent leadership communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Valid California drivers license and ability to travel between job sites.
- Demonstrated ability to manage CMGC Design-Build or Design-Bid-Build delivery methods.
- Excellent leadership communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Valid California drivers license and ability to travel between job sites.
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary Range: $165000 - $239000 / annually
Benefits
Paid Medical Dental and Vision 401(k) Plan (with company match) Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Disability Insurance Educational Assistance and Licensure Support Performance-based Bonuses Service Awards Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements (role-dependent).
How to Apply
Were excited to hear from you! Feel free to apply directly on our careers page or learn more about the opportunities at If you dont find exactly what youre looking for dont hesitate to send your resume to emailprotected. We would be pleased to consider you as a potential new member of our passionate team!
At Zephyr Rail were an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion.
Note to Recruiters and Job Placement Agencies
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruiters or agencies. We will consider any unsolicited resumes we receive as our property and will process them accordingly. We will only consider direct applicants.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Zephyr Rail provides expert rail engineering, construction management, and UAV services backed by decades of industry experience.
