Resident Engineer – Aviation & Infrastructure – PA/MD/NJ/DE

About the role

CMTS is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

Responsibilities

• Oversight of work to ensure execution is accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner, and in accordance with plans, specifications and client expectations.
• Oversee project coordination efforts involving contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, client representatives, and internal project teams.
• Lead and manage aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects throughout all phases from planning through closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between clients, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and internal project teams.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, budgets, risk management strategies, and project delivery objectives.
• Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Review and manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, contractor pay applications, schedules, and progress reports.
• Identify project risks, operational impacts, scheduling conflicts, and construction challenges while implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with client standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.
• Oversee project controls activities including schedule tracking, cost management, forecasting, contingency management, and reporting.
• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Manage project closeout activities including punch lists, turnover documentation, warranties, as-built records, and final acceptance procedures.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and support operational excellence across project delivery teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or another related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of New Jersey and/or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction management in one of the following areas: Civil/Airfield, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Systems Integration.
• Daily field management, Technical oversight, Coordination among contractor, designer, and Airport, RFI and submittal review, Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods, Knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards, Understanding all facets of the construction process, Familiarity with construction management software packages, Ability to plan and see the “big picture”, Competent in conflict and crisis management, Leadership and human resources management skills, Excellent time and project management skills, Verification of construction compliance, Inspection oversight, Electronic records management, As-built documentation.

Skills

• PMP (Project Management Professional) preferred.
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager) preferred.
• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred.
• Software: Primavera P6, Procore, e-Builder, Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360, Microsoft 365.
• Relevant experience: Terminal modernization, Airfield rehabilitation, Passenger facility renovations, Utility infrastructure projects, Complex phasing and sequencing, Passenger Boarding Bridge Replacements, Baggage Handling and Makeup Systems, Vertical Transportation Modernization, Environmental permitting support, SWPPP compliance, Hazardous materials coordination, Sustainability reporting, Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for design and construction processes.

Benefits

CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways.

Pay

$150,000.00 to $190,000.00

Schedule

On-site