Resident Engineer

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Resident Engineer is the Flood Control District’s on-site technical lead, guiding the successful delivery of public infrastructure projects from the ground up. In this role, you will apply your engineering expertise to oversee construction activities, lead field inspections, troubleshoot issues in real time, and keep communication flowing among contractors, consultants, project managers, and key stakeholders. You will ensure every aspect of construction aligns with contract requirements, engineering standards, and regulatory expectations, while keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and built to last. Your work directly supports public safety and resource stewardship through proactive oversight, precise documentation, and a commitment to quality.

Requirements

• Two years of professional experience as a Resident Engineer
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Horizontal construction experience in public works projects, emphasizing flood control-type projects, including dam safety-related construction experience
• Construction experience on roadway and transportation projects
• Direct work experience with dam safety projects and geotechnical engineering
• Experience in the review of projects for constructability and bid-readiness
• Experience with construction alternative project delivery methods
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Experience on federally funded construction projects

Responsibilities

• Perform as a senior construction manager, directly managing field construction activities on multiple construction projects.
• Provide guidance and direction to contractors, resolving construction issues and problems at the lowest level, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Perform in-house reviews of construction plans and specifications, participate in constructability reviews, and prepare reports documenting construction activities and progress.
• Use engineering knowledge to identify and resolve construction problems in accordance with the plans and specifications, and accomplishes this in accordance with the project's regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentor other construction managers and inspectors.
• Coordinate with project managers, stakeholders, and agencies to ensure the successful completion of construction projects that will meet the expectations of all project partners.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

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