Resident Engineer

Description

• Usually works in outside weather conditions.
• Uses initiative and exercises independent judgment; draws valid conclusions and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; meets deadlines.
• Makes recommendations for construction change orders, performs constructability reviews and gives input to clients, monitors construction and construction management budgets, and reviews invoices before they are delivered to clients.
• Assists the Construction Manager in conducting project performance reviews and personal development plan discussions.
• Maintains the level of knowledge required for satisfactory job performance.
• Develops construction inspection staff through on-the-job mentoring and training.
• Recommends additional staff, as needed, and develops and maintains relationships with field staff.
• May perform constructability reviews.
• Reviews and approves quantities and monthly progress pay requests of the contractor, presides over pre-construction and other periodic job site meetings, and prepares minutes of the meetings.
• Supervises field staff and manages contractors on the site with responsibility for quality construction in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Reviews submittals or sends them to design staff for technical review and then prepares a transmittal letter either accepting or rejecting the contractor’s submittals.
• Spends some time working indoors to review blueprints and write reports.
• Takes and maintains dated photographs of the progress of the construction; maintains frequent communications and liaison with the owner or its designated point of contact.
• Reviews regularly and is fully knowledgeable of project plans, specifications, and agenda and all ongoing or upcoming field construction activities.
• Sometimes needs to put in extra hours, including weekends, to keep up with intense construction work at times and deal with unexpected situations and accidents.
• Maintains orderly project files.
• Maintains various logs and records related to employees, work assignments, and inspection activities.
• Reviews design and bidding documents; receives and evaluates contractor bids; supervises construction progress and scheduling.
• Coordinates with local utilities and other agencies or private parties affected by the project, prepares project closeout and accepts punch lists and other project completion paperwork, participates and provides input on contractor’s claims, and prepares or assists in preparing claims documentation.
• Prepares or oversees all correspondences to the contractor and the owner, responds to the contractor’s RFI’s, and clarifies the plans or specifications.
• Responsible for multiple construction projects requiring multiple disciplines.

Requirements

• Demonstrates familiarity with various common job site conditions, problems encountered in assigned territory, and proper procedures for rectification.
• Possess intermediate personal computer skills, including electronic mail, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record for the past 3 years.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks or assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to supervise others and effectively make decisions concerning work in progress.
• PE License in Michigan required.
• Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime.
• Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Minimum 15 years of experience as a Resident Engineer.
• Minimum 5 years of highway and bridge construction experience.
• Ability to work independently and perform duties in the construction field office.
• Must be physically capable of walking and moving about on the construction sites, have good hand-eye coordination, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Skilled in planning and scheduling inspection activities.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices used for construction inspection to test different types of soils, survey methods, concrete, and asphalt construction, state and local agencies specifications, laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations related to construction inspection, safe work practices, and procedures.
• Skilled in detecting discrepancies in plans, materials, and construction methods and processes and implementing appropriate corrective action.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Erosion and Sediment Control Training Course preferred.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
• Employee Appreciation Program
• IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable driver's record.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Profit Sharing
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance