Resident Engineer - Tunnels

Hatch•Washington, DC

6d•$115,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hatch is seeking a Resident Engineer - Tunnels to join its Infrastructure team in Washington, DC. The Resident Engineer will report to the Design Manager and represent the COWI-Hatch Design JV on site, focusing on structural engineering issues involving reinforced concrete and steel structures, support of excavation, and construction instrumentation. The position requires a regular on-site presence at active construction sites in Washington, DC, including travel between sites. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in civil and heavy construction engineering, with a focus on structural engineering.
Minimum 3 years of experience in the design or construction of concrete structures such as earth-retaining or cut-and-cover structures.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in Washington, DC, or able to obtain licensure there.
Thorough understanding of structural design codes, including ACI 350.
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Familiarity and experience with general engineering and structural design software.
Ability to be present and spend long periods on site every day in Washington, DC.
Valid driver's license and ability to work on active construction sites, including traveling between sites.
Available for occasional evening or weekend work.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity and experience with AutoCAD.
PE license in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

Review contractor submissions, including shop drawings, material approvals, and work plans, for conformance with specifications and design intent; coordinate with the appropriate Engineers of Record (EORs) for formal approval.
Assist in reviewing contractor requests for information (RFIs) and requests for change (RFCs), coordinating with the appropriate EORs for formal approval.
Attend site meetings with the Owner, Contractor, and Design Team.
Facilitate communication and coordination between the Owner, Contractor, and Design Team.
Observe and report on work progress as requested by the EORs and as needed to maintain an up-to-date understanding of construction issues.
Proactively communicate and assist in resolving issues with the Owner, Contractor, and Design Teams.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and issuing as-built documentation.

Benefits

Flexible work environment.
Long-term career development.
Medical coverage, including one plan with no employee premium required.
Prescription drug coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with an employer contribution.
Life, accident, and disability insurance.
Employee assistance program.
Employee wellness program.
401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6%, fully vested after three years.
Additional 3% profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment, immediately vested.
3–4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion, prorated in the first year; up to 2.5 weeks may be carried over per year.
10 paid holidays.
10 sick days per calendar year, with carryover up to a maximum of 40 days for future FMLA-qualifying events.
Partial paid parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents.