Resident Engineer

• Base Pay $ - $ / Year
• Employee Type Full Time

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At Ghirardelli Associates we take pride in the accomplishments of our Associates and the environment that we foster. As a Great Place to Work, we strive to provide continuous growth and opportunities for our employees with the best benefits package and competitive wages we can offer. We’re not just an employer, we are family! We are proud to shape the communities we live in, while creating a positive environment for our associates to foster creativity and growth.

• Competitive PTO
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Programs
• Company Vehicle (depending on assignment)
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) Plan (employer matching program)

Ghirardelli Associates is currently looking to hire a Resident Engineer. This position will be based out of our Stockton Office. This is an opportunity to work with an experienced team of professionals!

The Resident Engineer is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the successful management of civil construction projects. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, this role involves supervising inspection teams, conducting field inspections, managing documentation, and providing technical guidance and quality assurance. The Resident Engineer will lead coordination with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with contract documents, building codes, and regulatory requirements.

This position requires strong client management, extensive project oversight, and a hands‑on approach to jobsite activities.

• Oversee construction projects, including field activities, studies, design reviews, and office services during construction.
• Coordinate extensively with clients and contractors by attending and leading meetings, providing technical guidance, and ensuring clear communication across jobsite activities.
• Monitor contractor progress, including use of approved materials and equipment, and schedule materials testing.
• Conduct field inspections to verify compliance with SWPPP, building and safety codes, environmental documents, and other regulations.
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contractor correspondence.
• Prepare independent cost estimates for change orders and negotiate with contractors.
• Document construction progress through detailed daily reports and maintain comprehensive project files.
• Prepare and process change orders while keeping tracking logs for RFIs, submittals, contingency balances, and material quantities.
• Lead weekly progress meetings and prepare meeting summaries.
• Develop clear written documents such as proposals, reports, correspondence, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and review materials testing data.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) License in California (required).
• Minimum of 3+ years working in construction project management or as a Resident Engineer with public agencies.
• CCM and PMP Certifications are preferred.
• Strong communication, verbal and written, is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, scheduling tools, and SharePoint.
• Strong knowledge of Caltrans standards, specifications, and plans.
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings and technical documents.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management and leadership abilities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, must be able to withstand the following for up to 8-12 hours per day in all weather conditions:
Ability to work any day of the week both night and day; physical agility to perform tasks requiring a full range of body movements including lifting, pushing, pulling, bending,…