Resident Engineer

Opportunity

WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. From ME's Madawaska International Bridge replacement to MA's Green Line Extension to NH's award-winning Mount Washington Hotel our local construction management division and inspection team has steadily grown over the past twenty‑five years.

Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world? We are ready for you!

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Resident Engineer to help oversee the $900 million Terminal E Garage and Roadways at Logan Airport. This position can be based out of Boston, Chelmsford or Worcester, Massachusetts but will be assigned full‑time to the project location.

The resident engineer will manage and oversee various work elements including excavation, back filling, compaction, cast‑in‑place concrete from formwork to reinforcement, drilled shafts, drainage, underground utilities (sewer, drain), maintenance of traffic and other related items. The resident engineer will report to the Chief Resident Engineer and may routinely or periodically act as their representative. It is anticipated that this position will be a night‑shift assignment, with periodic weekend coverage.

• Reviewing, interpreting construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Reviewing technical submittals and shop drawings for general intent and compliance.
• Overseeing work for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Anticipating and helping resolve design and construction issues.
• Daily interface with the construction manager, subcontractors, and project owner.
• Attending daily meetings with project owner and construction manager.
• Completing daily reports, measuring, calculating and tracking unit price quantities.
• Monitoring maintenance of traffic for compliance.
• Taking and compiling photographs for tracking daily progress.
• Coordinating on‑call material technicians or surveyors.
• Assisting with review of Construction Manager and Subcontractor’s pay requisition process.
• Helping potential change orders, for merit and content.
• Reviewing red‑line drawings using Bluebeam.
• Preparing and updating punch lists.
• Being available to start early or stay late to cover construction activities.
• Being available to work Saturdays and odd hour shift when requested.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma.
• 11 years applicable experience, including 4 years of supervising staff.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Average proficiency with MS Word Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Associate of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field;
  Bachelor of Science 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 PMWeb, Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore or similar systems. Knowledge of Bluebeam would be desirable.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $78,200 – $136,730

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.