Senior Resident Engineer ? Aviation

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Category Aviation

At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology, and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.

Certified as a Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive. Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.

MJ has successfully delivered airport projects for more than 80 years, with many clients returning through multi-year, open-end contracts-a testament to our service and lasting relationships. Our aviation practice serves dozens of airports, including general aviation, air-carrier, military, and dual-use facilities.

As our Aviation group continues to grow, we're seeking a Senior Resident Engineer with 12+ years of relevant experience to lead construction oversight for complex airport projects throughout the Northeast. This role offers the opportunity to serve as a primary field contact for airport clients and contractors, lead inspection teams, and work closely with MJ's project managers and design teams on runway, taxiway, apron, and other airport infrastructure improvements.

The position may be based in any of MJ's Northeast offices, with assignments at airports such as Boston Logan, Manchester-Boston Regional, Nantucket Memorial, and airports throughout Vermont and the surrounding region. Opportunities to support highway construction projects are also available through our One Company approach.

Responsibilities:

• Lead onsite construction oversight to verify work complies with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Serve as a primary field contact for contractors, airport staff, inspection personnel, and MJ's project managers and design teams.
• Direct and coordinate field inspection teams, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and review of project documentation.
• Oversee construction progress, workmanship, schedules, and material testing, identifying potential issues and coordinating timely resolution.
• Oversee the preparation and review of daily field reports, photographs, quantity measurements, and other project records.
• Review contractor payment quantities and develop payment recommendations.
• Lead field coordination of RFIs, submittals, and change orders, working with project managers and design teams to evaluate technical, cost, and schedule impacts.
• Exercise sound judgment to resolve complex field issues, escalating matters as appropriate.
• Coordinate construction activities and phasing around ongoing airport operations to minimize disruptions.
• Lead construction progress meetings and coordinate punch lists, final inspections, and project closeout.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in construction inspection, construction engineering, resident…