Highway Resident Engineer

Job Summary

WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms. We are seeking a Highway Resident Engineer to oversee new, replacement, or rehabilitated infrastructure with construction values ranging from $1-$50 million. Positions can be based in Portland, Augusta, or Eliot, ME and Merrimack, NH.

• Manage and oversee various work elements including excavation, back filling, compaction, cast‑in‑place concrete, guardrail, drainage, overhead sign structures, and incidental items.
• Report to the Construction Manager or Project Manager and act as their representative as needed.
• Lead a staff of inspectors and on‑call material technicians or surveyors.
• Interface daily with contractors, subcontractors and project owners.
• Chair progress meetings and prepare minutes.
• Review, interpret construction contract documents and oversee work for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Review technical submittals and shop drawings for intent and compliance.
• Anticipate and help resolve design and construction issues.
• Review contractor’s project schedule and ensure logical sequencing.
• Complete daily reports, measure, calculate and track unit price quantities.
• Lead contractor pay requisition development, review and approval process.
• Evaluate potential change orders, make recommendations, and lead negotiations.
• Monitor traffic management compliance.
• Take and compile photographs for daily progress tracking.
• Update red‑line drawings using Bluebeam.
• Prepare and update punch lists.
• Coordinate final inspections and prepare final pay estimate.
• Support the final closeout process.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct in accordance with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Uphold workplace safety and comply with WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

• High school diploma.
• At least 11 years applicable experience, including 4 years supervising staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; average proficiency with MS Word Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Associate of Science or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.
• ACI or NETTCP certifications, or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring.
• Hands‑on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD or similar systems; knowledge of Bluebeam.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered.

Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life and retirement savings plans designed to provide health and financial stability throughout their careers.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity

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The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.