Resident Engineer

AECOM • New York, NY

4h • $190,000 - $210,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is hiring a Resident Engineer in the New York Metro area. The Resident Engineer administers the construction contract, works closely with the Construction Manager, and maintains daily contact with the contractor’s Project Manager and Plant Operations. The role has primary responsibility for construction quality assurance and oversees field operations, staffing, schedule performance, safety, project coordination, reporting, and payments. The position is on-site in New York, NY.

Requirements

• BA/BS in mechanical, electrical, or civil/structural engineering and 8 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• NYS Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Health and Safety Course; 30-hour course is preferable.
• Working knowledge of major wastewater construction infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of wastewater mechanical process equipment installation.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical or electrical degree.
• NYCDEP 4-hour Scaffolding Training.
• NYSDEC 4-hour Erosion and Sediment Control Training.
• NYCDEP BEDC EHS Standards Training (4 Hour).
• OSHA 30.
• HAZWOPER 40.
• PMIS e-Builder Training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Project Quality Plans interface satisfactorily with contract requirements and oversee implementation of the project Quality Plan.
• Oversee field operations to ensure schedules are followed and the overall construction program is maintained.
• Oversee and deploy field staff to minimize costs and maximize production, including use of day and night shifts to minimize overtime and travel.
• Review and monitor contractor daily and weekly work progress against the schedule, and report delays or lost time to the Construction Manager.
• Consult with the Construction Manager on construction problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate contract activities with outside agencies and utilities.
• Ensure strict adherence to job safety procedures in accepted HASPs.
• Direct Assistant Resident Engineer(s), Chief Inspectors, and Office Engineers.
• Direct public and media inquiries to the appropriate department representative.
• Prepare project correspondence and provide it to the Construction Manager for final review before issuance.
• Conduct job coordination and progress meetings.
• Ensure project daily inspection reports are timely, complete, and certified by an authorized person.
• Prepare and review monthly estimates and final payments.
• Ensure staff maintains high ethical standards.
• Review monthly progress reports to the client.
• Review and comment on CPM Schedule updates.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options.
• Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

What This Job Offers

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