Resident Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our Construction Management team in Secaucus, NJ. The ideal candidate will oversee rail-related transportation and heavy civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, quality requirements, and schedules.

• Oversee construction activities and manage overall contract administration.
• Supervise field personnel, including Inspectors and Office Engineers.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction progress, quality, and safety compliance.
• Review construction schedules, daily inspection reports, and project documentation.
• Review safety and quality plans, construction work plans, RFIs, shop drawings, and contractor submittals.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, design teams, and project management teams.
• Conduct progress and safety meetings and prepare project reports.
• Assist with change orders, claims, and contract negotiations.
• Resolve technical and construction-related issues in the field and office.

• 15+ years of experience in heavy highway, bridge, and roadway construction.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Resident Engineer.
• AS or BS degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Strong experience in construction management, contract administration, QA/QC, and field operations.

• OSHA 10
• Society of Asphalt Technologists (SAT)
• Rutgers Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC)
• Amtrak Contractor Training and Certification (required)

Construction Management | Contract Administration | Team Leadership | Schedule & Budget Management | QA/QC | Risk Management | Change Orders & Claims | Technical Problem-Solving | Stakeholder Coordination