Rose Quarter Resident Engineer - Construction

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

2d • $8,717 - $12,835 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation’s Delivery and Operations Division is hiring a Professional Engineer 2 to serve as the resident engineer for the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project in Portland. The engineer will oversee construction contract administration for a complex infrastructure project intended to enhance safety, improve traffic operations and freight mobility, and support restorative redevelopment in the Rose Quarter community. The work takes place in a collaborative construction manager/general contractor (CMGC) environment and involves coordination with consultants, contractors, agency staff, community members, elected officials, and the public.

The position leads and supports project meetings, oversees contract compliance, manages schedules, staging and traffic control, and coordinates road closures and external partner requirements. The resident engineer reviews and approves change orders, time extensions and payment requests; monitors budget, forecasts and costs; and conducts site visits, inspections and investigations. The role also addresses environmental requirements, safety, community impacts, payroll and subcontract compliance, disputes and claims, and opportunities to improve contract processes.

Hybrid work is available, with at least three days per week in the office. The position may require long hours, 24/7 on-call availability including holidays, some overnight travel, work in adverse weather, and work near heavy traffic or construction equipment. Driving is an essential function; a valid U.S. driver license and acceptable driving record are required.

Requirements

• Possess a Civil Engineering (CE) license in Oregon, or be able to obtain one within six months of hire, and have three years of licensed experience providing the required knowledge and skills.
• Alternatively, possess a Structural Engineering (SE) license in Oregon, or be able to obtain one within six months of hire, and have three years of licensed experience providing the required knowledge and skills.
• Alternatively, possess a Geotechnical Engineering (GE) license in Oregon, or be able to obtain one within six months of hire, and have three years of licensed experience providing the required knowledge and skills.
• Alternatively, possess a Mechanical Engineering (ME) license, or be able to obtain one in Oregon within six months of hire, and have three years of licensed experience providing the required knowledge and skills. Mechanical engineering experience covered by the Industrial exemption may be considered in lieu of the three years of licensed experience, depending on the position.
• Applicants registered as engineers in another state must obtain a temporary permit to practice engineering under ORS 672.109 within six months of hire.
• Have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record.
• Submit an application or resume with employment dates (MM/YYYY) for each employer.
• Submit a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the desired qualifications and addressed to David Kim, Statewide Project Delivery Manager.
• Complete the required application questionnaire.

Nice To Haves

• Transportation construction project management experience.
• Experience delivering construction projects of $50 million or greater.
• Experience with alternative delivery contracts.
• Experience supervising and managing employees.
• Experience managing architectural and engineering (A&E) consultant contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support design, pre-bid and pre-construction meetings with contractors, consultants, agencies and community partners.
• Communicate regularly with contractors and internal staff to plan work, resolve project issues and keep stakeholders informed.
• Coordinate and lead ongoing construction team meetings with contractor and agency teams.
• Oversee contract compliance to ensure work is performed correctly, on time and within scope.
• Review and approve change orders, time extensions and payment requests.
• Manage project schedules, staging plans, traffic control plans and overall project progress.
• Coordinate and lead external partner meetings to ensure staging and traffic control plans meet agency requirements.
• Ensure environmental requirements are understood and followed.
• Minimize impacts to the traveling public, nearby properties and communities while maintaining safety.
• Coordinate and manage road closure efforts, including planning with external partners.
• Review contractor payrolls and subcontracts and ensure compliance with small business, EEO and other programs.
• Manage and update construction budgets, forecasts, estimates and costs in cooperation with senior management.
• Manage, update and close out change orders.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections and investigations to confirm safety and evaluate project issues.
• Resolve contract disputes and claims, provide expert guidance and recommend improvements to contract processes.

Benefits

• Work/life balance.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid leave.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range.
• Salary range increases by 6.95% for participating PERS members or when the employee becomes PERS eligible.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed