Resident Engineer

Job Responsibilities: Typical duties of the Resident Engineer include, but are not limited to, managing construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois Tollway, and Illinois Higher Education policies and procedures. More particularly, the candidate shall be familiar with project specifications, plans, and/or proposals for roadway and bridge work, vertical construction, drainage facilities, roadway, pavement, etc.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supervises field staff and manages contractors
• Ability to understand plans, specifications, and construction techniques
• Verifying quality construction in accordance with the plans and specifications
• Ensuring projects are constructed according to applicable LEED requirements
• Preparing and maintaining project records and reports
• Documentation/Approval of construction materials that will be incorporated into the project based upon the requirements of the Owner
• Preparing change orders and pay requests
• Notifying the Contractor, Construction Manager, or Owner of non-conforming work when necessary

Requirements:

• BS in civil engineering or similar
• Experienced in interaction directly with Clients
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents and construction plans
• 5 years’ experience working on IDOT, Illinois Higher Education Facilities, and Illinois Tollway construction projects
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong PC Skills, including web-based software, CAD platforms, and Microsoft Office
• Strong time management and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills