Senior Resident Engineer - Rail and Transit

Parsons Corporation•Newark, NJ

3d•$134,100 - $241,400

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to oversee utility construction and coordination for the Hudson Tunnel project in NY/NJ. The role focuses on ensuring that construction meets safety standards, environmental regulations, and project specifications while coordinating with project managers, construction teams, government agencies, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will apply technical expertise in municipal infrastructure, including water and sewer systems and water and wastewater treatment facilities, to oversee and manage capital improvement projects. The position is part of Parsons’ Critical Infrastructure team, which plans, designs, builds, and modernizes infrastructure intended to connect and protect communities, improve quality of life, promote economic growth, enhance mobility, and increase sustainability and resiliency. No security clearance is required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management, with adequate coursework or experience in heavy civil and structural elements to demonstrate knowledge of geotechnical principles and practices, soil and rock mechanics and testing, and construction methods.
At least 10 years of experience in Construction Contract Administration or related work; experience in northern New Jersey or the NYC area is preferred.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with commercially available geotechnical programs for design of deep and shallow foundations, support of excavation systems, and slope stability, such as LPILE, GROUP, FB-MultiPier, Slope-W, Seep-W, DeepEx, Plaxis, and Settle3D.
Familiarity with commonly used geotechnical manuals and publications.
Familiarity with AASHTO, NJDOT, and Amtrak standards.
Significant experience managing large-scale capital improvement projects.
Ability to administer multiple projects concurrently.
Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
Effective personnel management and responsiveness to evolving project needs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineer registration in New Jersey or ability to obtain PE registration.
Experience in northern New Jersey or the NYC area.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily construction activities and Resident Engineering Inspection responsibilities.
Review construction plans, specifications, and project changes for constructability and practicality.
Ensure staff safety, regulatory compliance, permit adherence, and coordination with regulatory agencies.
Monitor contractor performance, schedule adherence, and overall effectiveness.
Influence contractors to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
Administer contractor payments and recommend appropriate adjustments based on completed work.
Communicate project progress and safety and scheduling requirements, and facilitate meetings with contractors, clients, local agencies, and community stakeholders.
Oversee and manage capital improvement projects involving municipal infrastructure, including water and sewer systems and water and wastewater treatment facilities.