Resident Engineer Water

About the role

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Resident Engineer to join their construction management team in the New York City area. The ideal candidate will have experience in the provision of construction management services for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and pipeline construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants within the five boroughs.
• Support construction safety implementation through understanding of safety requirements.
• Aid in project controls activities such as schedule control, cost control, change management, risk management, and reporting tools.
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used.
• Review contractor progress payment requests.
• Enforce contract documents including plans and specifications.
• Assist during inspection of start-up and commissioning activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree
• 10+ years of experience performing construction management, of which minimum 3 years in water/wastewater projects
• Registration: NYS PE (Required), CCM (Preferred), ENVSP (Preferred)
• 30 HR OSHA safety training
• 5+ years on DEP projects
• Proficiency in the use of computers to prepare reports using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience working in/for municipal agencies or utility infrastructure organizations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to respond proactively in a high-paced environment and willingness to adjust and respond effectively to changes

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction management, with at least 3 years in water/wastewater projects
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in New York State (Required)
• Construction Management Certification (CCM) or Environmental Site Professional (ENVSP) preferred
• Completed 30 hours of OSHA safety training
• 5+ years of experience on Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) projects
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office
• Experience working in municipal agencies or utility infrastructure organizations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to handle high-pressure situations and adapt to changes

Skills

• Construction Management
• Water/Wastewater Projects
• Project Controls
• Construction Safety
• Contract Documents Enforcement
• Start-Up and Commissioning Activities

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. The expected salary range for this position is $152,000 - $186,000.

Schedule

The successful candidate will be expected to work a flexible schedule, with a minimum of three days per week in the office and the remaining days remotely.

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $152,000 - $186,000.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal Opportunity

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.