Resident Engineer Rail and Transit

Description

• Prepares and manages quality and safety plans for the project
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and cost overruns.
• Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary to meet project milestones.
• Budget and Cost Control: Monitor project budgets, control expenses, and track project costs to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting Lochner’s values both internally and externally
• Reporting: Provide regular project status reports to senior management and clients.
• Project Leadership: Lead and manage rail/transit projects from pre-construction, construction, & post-construction, and commissioning phases.
• Supervises field staff, coordinates field activities, and provides project progress reports to the client and Lochner CEI Office Manager
• Assist the CEI Office Manager to formulate and execute project opportunity capture strategies, including teaming and positioning for major pursuits, helping in proposal efforts and identification of required staff resources to win and effectively deliver projects
• Scope Management: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of workmanship in all aspects of the project.
• Work with the CEI Office Manager on development and execution of significant project pursuits and delivery
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish relationships with external clients and customers, including industry associations and other potential consultant team members and construction contractors
• Provides technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate engineers/inspectors, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to ensure project goals are met.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and standards to maintain a safe working environment for all project personnel.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of stations, facilities, rail systems, including communications, train control, OCS, traction power, and electrical design
• Proven experience (10+ years) of resident engineering experience managing rail/transit construction projects
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineers (PE) license required
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Education and Training Assistance
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Employee Discounts
• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance