Resident Engineer

About the role

This position covers Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties in New York. At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. Each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
• NYSDOT or NYSTA experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package promoting employee ownership, health, performance, and success
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time away, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement
• Eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) with executive sponsors, open to all employees

Pay

New York: $111,125 - $158,750 (depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location)

Schedule

Full-time

Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Primary locations: White Plains, Nanuet, Goshen, or Newburgh, New York.