Highway Resident Engineer

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WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure. WSP is currently initiating a search for a Highway Resident Engineer to oversee new, replacement, or rehabilitated infrastructure with construction values ranging from $1-$50 million. The position can be based out of Boston, Worcester, Chelmsford, MA, or Providence, RI.

• Hands‑on or management duties include managing a staff of inspectors, surveyors, and material technicians; daily interface with contractors, subcontractors, and project owners; chairing progress meetings and preparing minutes; reviewing contract documents and ensuring conformance to plans and specifications; reviewing submittals and shop drawings; anticipating and resolving design and construction issues; reviewing contractor schedule; completing daily reports and measuring quantities; leading contractor pay requisition development;
  
  evaluating and negotiating change orders; monitoring traffic maintenance compliance; taking photographs of daily progress; updating drawings using Bluebeam; preparing punch lists; coordinating final inspections and final pay estimates; supporting final closeout; exercising responsible decision‑making; adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies; and upholding workplace safety.

• High School Diploma
• 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
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies

• Associate or Bachelor of Science 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; knowledge of Bluebeam
• Demonstrated supervisory skills
• Any combination of education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered

Expected Salary: $78,200–$136,730. WSP USA provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices worldwide, WSP partners with clients to help communities prosper.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer under all applicable laws. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.