Resident Engineer, Aviation
About The Position
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Job Summary TYLin is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer (RE) to provide on-site construction oversight for civil infrastructure projects located in Long Island, NY. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day construction activities, leading field inspection staff, and ensuring contractor compliance with contract documents, quality standards, and schedule requirements. While the project site is within an airport environment, this role is fundamentally focused on heavy civil construction execution, including concrete, asphalt milling, and paving operations. Candidates with strong roadway, highway, or complex civil construction backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in resident engineering, construction management, or field engineering roles on heavy civil infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience with concrete and asphalt paving operations, including milling and placement.
- Proven ability to lead field inspection staff and manage contractor performance.
- Solid understanding of construction contracts, pay items, change management, and progress payments.
- Experience coordinating with Engineers of Record, owners, and public-sector stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Nice To Haves
- PE license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Construction Oversight & Field Leadership Serve as the on-site representative responsible for overseeing daily construction activities.
- Lead and coordinate Civil Field Inspectors to ensure consistent inspection coverage and quality control.
- Oversee construction operations related to concrete work, asphalt milling, and paving.
- Monitor contractor performance, sequencing, and adherence to approved work plans.
- Contract Administration & Technical Coordination Ensure contractor compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) in coordination with the Engineer of Record (EOR) and other stakeholders.
- Review contractor submittals, schedules, and work plans for compliance and constructability.
- Coordinate closely with the Office Engineer on quantity tracking, pay items, change orders, and documentation.
- Review and certify monthly progress payments prior to submission.
- Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate daily activities with project stakeholders, including construction teams, inspectors, and facility representatives.
- Lead progress meetings, coordination meetings, and site walkthroughs.
- Identify and resolve field issues proactively to avoid schedule or cost impacts.
- Reporting & Documentation Ensure accurate preparation of daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built documentation.
- Maintain complete and organized project records in accordance with contract requirements.
- Track construction progress and escalate risks, conflicts, or quality concerns as needed.
Benefits
- TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
- Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
