Senior Resident Engineer

Enovate Consulting LLC•New York, NY

18h•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Enovate is an Engineering firm that specializes in Construction Management, Transportation Engineering and Monitoring services. Since its inception a few years ago, Enovate was able to position its brand as a leading WBE/DBE engineering/CM firm. We have teamed with and supported well-known Engineering and CM firms and worked on flagship projects in both the public and private sectors.Our diverse team consists of Professional Engineers, Construction Managers, Engineers and Technicians from varied backgrounds – design, project management and construction. This is an opportunity to work with Enovate as we expand to meet the demand of this wide range of services and excel in a traditional industry that is ever changing with the adoption of technology. We have been honored with a certification from Great Places to Work, listed on the FORTUNE Best Places to Work in NY and Best Small Workplaces lists, and received an ACEC NY Pioneer of Belonging Award for championing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging while creating an inclusive workplace, among other accolades. Learn more at www.enovateengineering.com

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
10+ years of field engineering or construction supervision experience on large-scale tunneling, rail, or heavy civil projects.
5+ years in a senior resident engineer or equivalent role.
Deep understanding of NEPA, FTA, FRA, Buy America, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
Proven expertise with PMIS platforms, BIM coordination, and field survey instruments.
Ability to navigate construction sites, including climbing stairs or accessing unfinished spaces, when required for estimate development.
Ability to climb stairs and navigate uneven terrain.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, stand, walk and reach in varying climates (hot, cold, etc.)
Must be able to lift and carry up to 30lbs
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and steel-toed boots, for prolonged periods.
Exceptional technical judgment and problem-solving in complex field environments.
Strong leadership and team management; ability to mentor junior staff.
Excellent communication for interfacing with contractors, DP teams, GDC, and SEP.
Rigorous attention to detail in record-keeping, reporting, and quality assurance.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/Navisworks clash detection, and scheduling tools (Primavera P6/MS Project)

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or NICET Level III/IV in relevant disciplines.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification.
PMP, Prosci Change Management, or specialized BIM certification

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily field engineering operations, including layout, surveys, instrumentation, and alignment checks.
Interpret and enforce contract drawings, specifications, and technical provisions; review and approve contractor submittmits, shop drawings, and RFIs.
Lead resolution of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs); verify corrective actions and update as-built records.
Collaborate with Change Manager to evaluate field-level change requests, assess impacts on scope, cost, schedule, and regulatory commitments.
Conduct regular site inspections to confirm compliance with the Construction Environmental Control Plan (CECP), Safety and Security Management Plan (SSMP), and Quality Management Plan (QMP).
Coordinate materials testing and inspection activities, witness field tests, and liaise with independent laboratories to validate results.
Oversee interface coordination on site—facilitate clash mitigation, schedule sequencing, and stakeholder communication.
Mentor and supervise field engineering staff, inspectors, and survey teams; ensure accurate documentation of daily logs, checklists, and field diaries.
Support commissioning and rail activation planning by verifying field readiness, system alignments, and testing protocols.
Drive punch-list close-out: confirm completion of outstanding items, secure completion certificates, and finalize handover documentation.