Assistant Resident Engineer

WSP • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Resident Engineer out of our New York, New York office. Be part of a dynamic, national professional construction management organization, that continues to foster careers, while expanding our client base throughout New York area.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering or equivalent.
• 7-10 years experience in highway and bridge related construction
• OSHA 10 Hour Certification.
• Past experience with MTA Bridges & Tunnels and other projects including highways, bridges and utilities.
• Ability to supervise inspection staff.
• Ability to review/approve shop drawings, contractor schedules, permit and inspection requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Site Manager.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Rail experience is a plus.
• ACI Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage inspection and office staff.
• Responsible for record keeping, correspondence, compiling and delivering of required reports.
• Chair various project meetings, record and distribute meeting minutes.
• Monitoring Contractor performance, scheduling, effectiveness and quality control.
• Review and approve daily inspection reports and payment quantities in accordance with NYSDOT requirements.
• Prepare Change Orders for overruns, changed conditions and additional work.
• Log and Coordinate with the designer to respond to Contractors’ submittals, RFIs and shop drawings.
• Ensure site safety, permit compliance and coordination with other adjacent projects.
• Work with client to inform public about upcoming work and potential impacts. Work with the Contractor to minimize disruptions to the public.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level