Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or equivalent experience
5+ years in construction, with 2+ years as a field inspector on major transportation projects
Strong understanding of contracts, codes, and construction laws
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Primavera, or similar construction tools
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to engaging in a collaborative, employee-owned culture
Responsibilities
Manage a staff of construction professionals including Office Engineers and Inspectors
Oversee a portfolio of projects at various transportation facilities
Conduct construction progress meetings and manage project schedules and costs
Process change orders and negotiate construction claims
Coordinate construction activities with contractors and facility operations
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior field staff
Perform additional duties as required
Benefits
Collaborative and inclusive work culture focused on employee ownership
Opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects
Access to diverse Employee Network Groups for support and engagement
Commitment to innovation and community-focused solutions
Full Job Description
In the role of Assistant Resident Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Manage a staff of construction professionals, including Office Engineers, Field Inspectors, etc.
Manage one or a portfolio of projects at Transportation Facilities like Tunnels, Bridges, Terminals, Airports, Transit Systems, Ports, etc.
Run construction progress meetings and oversee project schedule, cost, QAQC inspections, testing, acceptance and turnover.
Process change orders/negotiate construction claims.
Coordinate with contractors to plan and execute construction in coordination with facility operations.
Provide guidance and leadership to less-experienced field staff as needed.
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
5+ years experience in construction, 2 + years as a field inspector working on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies, such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, NJDOT.
Excellent Organizational and communication skills required.
OSHA 30-hour training
PE license in New York or New Jersey
Preference given to local candidate #LI-EH1
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
Must be able to work in a team environment
Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
