Senior Resident Engineer

We're representing a nationally recognized engineering firm with approximately 2,500 employees and a strong presence across transportation and infrastructure markets.

They are seeing an experienced Resident Engineer in Chicago to lead transportation construction oversight efforts on major public infrastructure projects. This is a highly visible field leadership role responsible for managing construction phase activities, coordinating with contractors and public agencies, and ensuring successful project delivery in accordance with DOT and client standards.

• Lead daily construction oversight activities for transportation infrastructure projects
• Manage and direct inspection staff and field teams
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, public agencies, and internal engineering teams
• Chair construction progress meetings and support pre-construction planning efforts
• Review contractor pay estimates, schedules, and construction documentation
• Interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents to resolve field and design issues
• Oversee quality control, materials testing coordination, and construction compliance
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with DOT/client standards
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and documentation

• 10+ years of experience in civil or transportation engineering with construction oversight responsibility
• Proven experience serving in a Resident Engineer or similar field leadership role
• Strong background in roadway, bridge, or public infrastructure construction projects
• Experience managing DOT-related projects and compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of construction inspection, documentation, scheduling, and pay estimates
• Ability to effectively coordinate with contractors, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required in applicable state
• DOT certifications preferred or required depending on project needs

• Opportunity to lead impactful transportation construction projects with visible field leadership responsibility
• Strong pipeline of stable public infrastructure work
• Collaborative culture where engineers are trusted to lead projects and make decisions
• Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and agency clients
• Clear path for continued growth into senior transportation leadership roles
• Backing of a respected national engineering firm with a strong reputation in infrastructure delivery