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Resident Engineer; Highways & Roads

Job in Merced, Merced County, California, 95343, USA
Listing for: HDR
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Resident Engineer (Highways & Roads)

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Position

Resident Engineer (CA Professional Engineer License (PE) is required).

Responsibilities
  • Contract administration and construction management services work.
  • Testing procedures to ensure that deliverables are clearly defined, acceptance tested and that criteria are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-bound; and that the deliverables satisfy the acceptance tests and criteria.
  • Maintaining and organizing project files for record tracking and auditing.
  • Developing, organizing, facilitating, and attending coordination meetings.
  • Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures to manage conflicts, ensure product accuracy, and identify critical reviews and milestones.
  • All applicable safety measures required.
  • Invoice requirements for accuracy and completion before requesting Caltrans approval.
  • Monitoring and maintaining required DBE or DVBE involvement.
  • Compliance with the provisions in this Contract and all specific Task Order requirements.
  • Familiarity with prevailing wage issues and requirements of the State of California.
  • Reviewing the Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules and providing expert comments.
  • Health and safety of personnel working in a hazardous environment in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations.
  • Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
  • Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used.
  • Review construction materials for Contract compliance.
  • Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.
  • Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings.
  • Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
  • Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected.
  • Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
  • Assist with project audit/closeout.
  • Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager.
  • Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • A minimum of 10 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
  • Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
  • Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.
  • Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
  • Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The…

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