Senior Resident Civil Engineer

About the role

The Senior Resident Civil Engineer will serve as the on-site technical lead for capital improvement, rehabilitation, and infrastructure projects. This position combines hands-on engineering expertise with project management responsibilities, overseeing projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, construction, and closeout of civil and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as the on-site engineering representative, providing technical oversight and resolving field issues during construction.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and overall project performance.
• Cook up with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review engineering designs, construction documents, specifications, submittals, and contract modifications.
• Conduct site inspections, field investigations, and progress meetings to monitor construction activities and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, schedule impacts, and constructability issues.
• Prepare project reports, executive briefings, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Support procurement activities, contractor management, and contract administration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and organizational policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, construction management, or infrastructure project delivery.
• Experience managing projects through planning, design, construction, and closeout.
• Knowledge of civil construction practices, engineering design, and project management principles.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York or New Jersey, or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Experience managing complex commercial, transportation, mixed-use, or public infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, cost estimating, contract administration, and construction management.
• Experience working in occupied facilities and coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Benefits

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth is a top priority. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills through comprehensive training, education, and in-house mentorship. We also encourage active participation in industry trade, business, and professional associations to keep you at the forefront of your field.

Pay

$180,000 - $210,000

Schedule

N/A

Skills

Hands-on engineering expertise, project management, technical oversight, risk mitigation, construction management, compliance with codes and standards, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive training, education, and in-house mentorship opportunities. We also encourage participation in industry associations to stay current in the field.