Resident Engineer Rail and Transit

Mott MacDonald•New York, NY

9d•$152,000 - $186,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Mott MacDonald is looking for professionals to join our ever-expanding transportation team here in the New York City Metro Area. We are currently looking for a Resident Engineer with construction experience in the New York City Metro Area within the rail transportation (NYCT, MNR, LIRR, PATH, Amtrak, NJ Transit) and infrastructure industry. The successful candidate is required to have a good understanding of the construction industry in the New York City Metro Area and experience working on public agency projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management.
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in the infrastructure and/or transit industry managing rail/transit projects, utilities, and structural rehabilitation projects with construction value of min $50M.
Previous Resident Engineering experience working with public rail infrastructure agencies.
Familiarity with NY-Area Agency Standards.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and Safety standards.
Ability to work night shifts and weekends as necessary to properly oversee the project.
Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain in New York State.
OSHA 30 Certifications.
Excellent communication and communication skills.
Pre-employment and ongoing, random drug testing is required.

Responsibilities

Lead construction inspection staff for infrastructure and transportation projects in the New York City Metro Area.
Perform all typical duties of a resident engineer with an inspection/office engineering staff, as well as project management on behalf of infrastructure owners.
Act as a primary field liaison between the Owner and Contractor.
Plan, organize, and supervise engineering and construction inspection activities; monitor construction detailed cost breakdown and construction schedule.
Serve as the senior representative for the inspection of contractor construction activities, payments, processing, and negotiation of claims and change orders.
Supervise a staff of personnel consisting of engineers, inspectors, project control, office engineers, project administrators, and specialty sub-consultants.
Lead progress meetings and interact with clients on a daily basis.
Coordinate responses to Technical Submittals, RFIs and other technical issues with design engineers.
Lead final project closeout documentation.
Interpret construction plans, specifications, and contracts.