Resident Engineer

Position Summary

Responsible for fully functioning as a project liaison between the owner, the contractor, and other governing authorities with little supervision. This position needs to be fully knowledgeable of contract standards, plans and specifications; capable of interpreting project plans; direct client contact; and can supervise other inspectors. Demonstrate familiarity with various common job site conditions, problems encountered on the project, and proper procedures for rectification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage on-site construction observation and acceptance testing for the project to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Ensure project engineering or construction activities comply with the contract requirements and support overall construction schedule.
• Provide technical support for construction efforts including interpretation of design, and resolution of onsite conflicts.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and be able to manage and direct other members of the engineering team to accomplish the project in a timely manner.
• Interface all on-site entities, as required to resolve problems, ensure compliance of construction, etc. in support of overall project schedule.
• Draft and summarize field notes in an organized and acceptable manner and provide competent engineering and technical assistance to the Project Manager.
• Administer some portions of the contract including preparing Contractor change orders, approving Contractor invoices for payment, and authorizing delivery and possession and control of constructed plant to the owner, etc.
• Prepare progress reports and document project activities and data on behalf of the owner.
• Examine workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards.
• Complete daily timesheet entries in conjunction with weekly expense reports and mileage documentation using the Company’s time and expense reporting system.
• Deliver requested information or deliverables to clients efficiently and accurately with minimal additional context, maintaining responsive communication and professionalism while focusing on task execution over relationship depth.
• Maintain continuous engagement with strategic or high-value clients through frequent touchpoints (often weekly or more), serving as a central driver of relationship management and service quality.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in outside plant construction industry management with fiber to the home, military communications, utility, locating services, or related industry.
• Must be able to understand the use of ArcGIS on-line and be able to review project maps and determine project scope and responsibilities.
• Must have strong understanding of RUS contracts.
• Technical school training with courses in a related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred.

Experience with Software

• Must be able to understand the use of ArcGIS on-line.

Licenses, Certifications, Training Requirements

• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license in good standing is required. No DWI/DUI convictions.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust.
• May also work in an office type environment on occasion, or as required.

Work Location

Iowa, Minnesota

Travel

Approximately 95% of the time.