Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer – Peoria, IL

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Resident Engineer for our Peoria, IL office. Be involved in projects with our Construction Management team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

Construction Oversight & Contract Administration

• Provide full‑time, on‑site oversight of all construction activities, including deep excavation, rock support, structural concrete, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and site work.
• Act as the client’s authorized on‑site representative for administration of the construction contract.
• Interpret and enforce contract plans, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Chair construction progress meetings with contractors and client staff and prepare and distribute meeting minutes.

Schedule, Cost & Change Management

• Review and monitor the Contractor’s baseline schedule and periodic updates; identify risks and coordinate corrective actions with the client.
• Review and verify contractor pay applications, quantities, and supporting documentation prior to client approval.
• Review RFIs, field changes, and change order proposals; provide technical evaluations and written recommendations to the client.
• Maintain accurate project records, including daily reports, quantity tracking, correspondence, and photo documentation.

Quality Assurance & Oversight

• Manage inspection to oversee activities to ensure work conforms to approved plans, specifications, and quality control requirements.
• Coordinate review of submittals and shop drawings with the design engineer and city.
• Manage quality control/assurance testing staff for field testing.
• Observe and document system start‑up and commissioning of pumping, mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Develop punch lists and support project closeout, final inspections, and acceptance.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor contractor compliance with approved Safety and Health Plans, site‑specific safety plans, and OSHA requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and immediately address unsafe conditions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and applicable city, state, and federal regulations.

Coordination & Communication

• Maintain daily coordination with the client and project representatives.
• Interface with design engineers, inspectors, utilities, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Provide regular written and verbal status updates to the client addressing progress, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or relevant discipline OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive construction inspection and/or construction management experience, including experience as a Resident Engineer or similar supervisory role.
• Direct experience serving in a Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or similar lead role on at least one constructed Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) storage tank or comparable large underground wastewater storage facility is required.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and risk management specific to CSO and wastewater infrastructure.
• Proven experience with construction contract administration, pay applications, RFIs, and change orders.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, scheduling, cost control, and change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard construction documentation and reporting tools (Microsoft Office, Excel).

• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience working directly for municipal clients.
• Familiarity with electronic construction management systems (e.g., e-Builder or similar).
• OSHA 10‑hour (or higher) certification.

Relocation Assistance is available.

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