Resident Engineer - Southeast Missouri

About the role

Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Resident Engineer to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team. This role will cover multiple areas in Southeastern Missouri, including: Cape Giraurdo, Sikeston, Jackson and surrounding areas. Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest. Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site lead for DOT construction projects, providing day-to-day oversight of construction operations.
• Ensure contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, DOT standards, permits, and safety requirements.
• Manage and coordinate construction inspection staff and specialty inspectors as applicable.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, shop drawings, schedules, and material certifications in accordance with DOT procedures.
• Monitor project progress, track quantities, review pay applications, and recommend approval of contractor payments.
• Identify, document, and resolve construction issues, field changes, and non-conforming work.
• Prepare and review change orders, force account work, and claims documentation.
• Conduct and participate in progress meetings, partnering meetings, and coordination with utilities, local agencies, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project records including daily reports, test results, correspondence, and project documentation.
• Ensure adherence to environmental commitments, traffic control plans, and public safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of construction management or inspection experience on DOT or heavy civil transportation projects.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of DOT specifications, construction practices, and contract administration procedures.
• Experience overseeing roadway, bridge, drainage, utilities, and traffic control construction activities.
• Familiarity with state DOT materials testing, quality assurance, and inspection protocols.

Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with DOT documentation systems, construction management software, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and schedules.

Benefits

• Compet