Deputy Resident Engineer - Track/Civil

Colliers Engineering & Design • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ramos Consulting Services, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking a Deputy Resident Engineer for Track/Civil to perform professional engineering work in field and office settings as the Owner’s Representative on a light rail extension program’s trackwork and systems construction contract. The role supports the Resident Engineer with day-to-day contract administration and leads oversight of trackwork and civil scopes, including trackwork and special trackwork, at-grade guideways, utility relocations, drainage, subgrade preparation, duct banks, walkways, foundations for signal houses, TPSS and OCS poles, MSE and ballast walls, fencing, finishes, and landscaping. The Deputy Resident Engineer reviews contractor work for compliance with applicable design criteria, construction management manuals, specifications, and other governing requirements.

The position is based on-site in Seattle full-time during construction. Compensation is $145,000 to $200,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Approximately 8 or more years of construction management or inspection experience on light rail, heavy rail, or heavy civil projects.
• Experience as an Assistant Resident Engineer, Deputy Resident Engineer, or Lead Inspector on trackwork, guideway, or heavy civil work.
• Working knowledge of trackwork construction and heavy civil construction methods.
• Must be able to work on-site in Seattle full-time during construction.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Washington PE preferred.
• PMP or DBIA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the Resident Engineer’s deputy for contract administration in accordance with the Authority’s Construction Manual and steps in for the Resident Engineer as needed.
• Directs Track and Civil Construction Engineers and inspection staff and coordinates daily inspection assignments.
• Promotes the safety of Authority employees, Contractor employees, and the traveling public by observing contractor operations, making recommendations, and taking corrective action when needed.
• Reviews contractor operations for compliance with OSHA regulations and Authority safety requirements.
• Conducts field inspections of trackwork and civil work for compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions, and permit conditions.
• Reviews Inspector Daily Reports and non-conformance reports from Construction Engineers and inspectors documenting contractor activities.
• Coordinates RFIs, submittals, and field clarifications for track and civil scopes with design consultants.
• Calculates and documents field quantities for payment and supports the review of progress payment applications.
• Identifies field conditions requiring contract change orders and prepares change documentation and independent estimates.
• Coordinates utility relocations, traffic control, and work-zone interfaces with utilities, SDOT, and other agencies.
• Monitors stormwater, erosion and sediment control, and environmental compliance for track and civil work.
• Reviews CPM schedules and identifies sequencing risks between civil, track, and systems installation.
• Documents as-built conditions and supports punch list, substantial completion, and closeout activities.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans.
• 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family healthcare coverage plans.
• 120 hours of combined PTO and sick time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses.
• 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• Access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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