Resident Engineer

Techno•Morristown, NJ

1d•$70 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

Techno is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support a transportation infrastructure rehabilitation project in New Jersey. The Resident Engineer will serve as the primary on-site representative overseeing all construction activities associated with a bridge rehabilitation assignment within an active transit environment. This role is ideal for a collaborative and detail-oriented professional with experience managing bridge or heavy civil construction projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, oversee field operations, and ensure construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements, project schedules, and client standards.

Requirements

10+ years of experience managing transportation, bridge, or heavy civil construction projects.
Previous experience serving as a Resident Engineer on bridge rehabilitation or transportation infrastructure projects.
Prior NJ TRANSIT experience is required.
Strong knowledge of bridge rehabilitation construction methods, construction administration, and field operations.
Experience reviewing and processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, shop drawings, and contractor documentation.
Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong understanding of construction safety requirements within active transportation environments.
Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with construction management software is preferred.
Ability to work both in the field and in an office environment as project needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day oversight and management of all construction activities from mobilization through project closeout.
Serve as the primary liaison between contractors, client representatives, inspection staff, and project stakeholders.
Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Oversee bridge rehabilitation construction activities, including structural repairs, maintenance of traffic, and associated civil work.
Lead construction progress meetings and facilitate communication among project participants.
Review and manage RFIs, submittmits, change orders, shop drawings, and contractor documentation.
Track project schedules, quantities, and overall construction progress against established milestones.
Supervise inspection personnel and review daily reports, inspection logs, and project documentation.
Identify project risks, resolve field issues, and proactively mitigate potential delays.
Verify installed work, document deficiencies, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Maintain comprehensive project records, including meeting minutes, correspondence, progress reports, and project documentation.
Support project closeout activities, including punch list management, final inspections, and turnover documentation.