Resident Engineer
Zephyr Rail
Oversee rail construction, manage contractors, ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance
10 days ago ago
$165,000 - $239,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, CA
Onsite
Company Size
30 Employees
Service Specialisms
Railway Construction
Track Maintenance
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Railway Engineering Design
Feasibility Studies
Track Alignment
Engineering Design
At-Grade Crossing Design
Site Civil Design
Construction Management
Contract Administration
Role
What you would be doing
change orders
report preparation
quality control
constructability review
progress monitoring
quantity takeoff
- Assigns inspectors tasks
- Prepares contract change orders
- Oversees and coordinates staff functions
- Coordinates the design, permits, and agreements with stakeholders
- Monitors and enforces Contractor Safety Program
- Contribute to high-profile rail projects that define the cutting-edge of North American rail infrastructure
- Prepares and issues daily and weekly resident engineer's reports
- Coordinates outside agency support of the contractor schedule
- Monitors Contractor Quality Control efforts through daily inspections
- Performs duties as the owner representative directed by the project manager or construction manager
- Performs constructability review and provides comments on design packages
- Holds weekly coordination meetings with contractor
- Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications
- Monitors Contractor progress against the project schedule
- Negotiates the settlement of changes and claims
- Assures maintenance of project records, files, and "as-built" data
- Calculates and documents fields quantities for payment purposes
What you bring
bachelor's
usa authorized
rail experience
professional engineer
supervisory
construction management
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- Authorized to work in the USA
- Rail experience a plus!
- Registered Professional Engineer, preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in the management of major construction projects
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Construction Management on transit and transportation projects of at least $30 Million
- Unparalleled health benefits and 401k programs
- PTO / Sick time
- Professional Development Opportunities
- 401k matching
- Paid Holidays
- Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
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Company
Overview
100+ years
Railroad Design Experience
The team brings over a century of combined railroad design expertise to projects.
Fastest-growing
AEC Firm Ranking
Recognized as one of the fastest-growing architecture-engineering-construction firms in North America.
Top-rated
Workplace Culture
Consecutive years as a Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group.
- Carved a niche delivering railway engineering design—from feasibility studies and track alignment to at‑grade crossings and PS&E packages.
- Provides full‑spectrum construction management services including contract administration, resident engineering, project controls and agency coordination.
- Augments engineering and CM capabilities with a state‑of‑the‑art UAV fleet for aerial mapping, inspection, photogrammetry, 4K video and terrain modeling.
- Awarded recent contracts such as LOSSAN’s Ortega Siding and Leesdale Siding Extension to expand track capacity and reliability in Southern California.
- Typically works on light, commuter, freight and heavy rail corridor projects across California and beyond, often deploying drones to accelerate schedules.
- Standout fact: one of the few firms FAA‑approved under Part 107 to operate UAVs in support of railroad engineering projects.
- We are driven by innovation, focused on safety and sustainability, and committed to building long-term relationships with our clients and partners.
- Our team is committed to excellence, working collaboratively to create solutions that are both efficient and sustainable.
- Integrity, accountability, and transparency are the cornerstones of our work culture.
2050
Net Zero Target
Commitment to achieving net zero emissions.
- Focuses on utilizing sustainable practices in rail development and operations.
- Reduces environmental footprint through energy-efficient technologies and eco-friendly transportation solutions.
- Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone is treated with respect and valued for their unique contributions.
- Strives to create an environment that supports growth, equity, and opportunity for all employees.
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