Assistant Resident Engineer

Arcadis•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a field-focused construction professional to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and transportation projects. In this role, you will assist with construction oversight, field coordination, documentation, quality assurance, safety, environmental compliance, and project controls activities. Working closely with project managers, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders, you will help ensure that work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements, regulatory obligations, and Arcadis’ commitment to improving quality of life through sustainable solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in construction management, field engineering, or inspection on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.
Knowledge of construction methods, project controls, and quality assurance processes.
Familiarity with environmental compliance, safety management, and document control.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic project management software.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
Willingness to work in the field and adapt to changing project needs.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ability to take initiative.

Nice To Haves

Experience with BIM or CAD is a plus.
Understanding of federal, state, and local codes, standards, and permitting processes is a plus.
Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.
Experience working on tunnel, rail, or major transportation infrastructure projects.
Deep Pile Foundation Experience
Structural Steel
Viaducts and Bridgework
Rebar installation for Mass Concrete.
Environmental expertise (wetlands preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist with site supervision and field management, supporting the oversight of all construction activities by the Project Contractor.
Ensure compliance with construction management plans, safety and security protocols, and project requirements.
Monitor and document daily construction activities, including safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
Participate in precondition surveys, mitigation planning, and resolution of punch-list items.
Support the development and implementation of environmental monitoring and compliance programs.
Assist with NEPA evaluations, environmental control processes, hazardous materials tracking, and review of construction environmental control plans.
Help ensure compliance with Buy America, community engagement, and other regulatory requirements.
Assist with project controls, including schedule management, cost estimating, and budget tracking.
Support the maintenance and continuous updating of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and records of changes.
Help review and process contractor daily inspection reports, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
Maintain systematic records and logbooks of project activities, materials, and other elements.
Support the implementation of quality management plans and conduct quality audits.
Verify contractor compliance with testing and inspection plans, coordinate materials testing, and manage quality documentation and reporting.
Assist with the review of quality documents and resolution of non-conformances.
Participate in meetings, technical briefings, and coordination sessions with project management, contractors, and stakeholders.
Assist with the preparation of technical presentations, reports, and meeting minutes.
Support interface management by integrating field activities with other project disciplines and reporting on interface status, issues, and resolutions.
Support the implementation of safety management plans and procedures.
Assist with the review and evaluation of contractor safety and security plans.
Help prepare and implement response plans for safety events and incidents.
Assist with package and contract close-out, including punch-list resolution, completion certificates, warranty tracking, and as-built reviews.
Support asset maintenance planning and provide input on maintenance strategies as construction is completed.