About The Position

AECOM’s Transportation Business Line is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer for immediate employment in Chicago, Illinois. The role requires an established career in construction engineering and management and a proven track record delivering major transit and rail projects. The Senior Resident Engineer provides technical direction to staff and subordinate engineers and inspectors, supervises field staff and coordinates field activities, and ensures project work complies with design, budget, schedule, company policies, and project policies. The role also manages quality and safety plans, reports project progress to clients and the AECOM Department Manager, and supports major project pursuits and delivery. The position involves building relationships with clients, industry associations, consultant team members, and construction contractors, and serving as a visible leader and trusted client advisor who promotes AECOM’s values.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
  • OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certificates.
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Illinois.
  • 10 or more years of resident engineering experience managing transit or rail construction projects.
  • Experience in client prepositioning, internal and external team development, and proposal development.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate engineers and inspectors.
  • Enforce company and project policies and maintain close client interface.
  • Ensure project construction complies with design, budget, and schedule.
  • Supervise field staff, coordinate field activities, and provide project progress reports to the client and AECOM Department Manager.
  • Prepare and manage project quality and safety plans.
  • Work with the Department Manager on development and execution of significant project pursuits and delivery.
  • Assist the Department Manager in developing and executing project opportunity capture strategies, including teaming and positioning for major pursuits, proposal efforts, and identification of staff resources.
  • Establish relationships with external clients and customers, industry associations, potential consultant team members, and construction contractors.
  • Promote AECOM’s values internally and externally as a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence.
  • Voluntary benefits and perks.
  • Flexible work options.
  • Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
  • Business travel insurance.
  • Service recognition awards.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Training and development programs.
  • Resources and opportunities for career growth.
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