Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
8+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in a resident engineer or construction manager role.
Working knowledge of construction contracts, specifications, and change management.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months.
Responsibilities
Supervise field inspectors and assistant resident engineers.
Administer the construction contract and enforce plans and specifications.
Review and process submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
Evaluate change order requests and negotiate costs and time impacts.
Manage daily site activities and inspect work for conformance with plans.
Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site safety plans.
Lead weekly progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
Benefits
Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration three days a week.
Dynamic workplace culture with an energetic and high-performing team.
Opportunities for professional development and certification support.
Full Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Resident Engineer / Construction Manager, to act as the owner's or firm's full-time on-site representative, responsible for delivering the project on schedule, within budget, to specification, and safely. This role oversees contractors, administers the construction contract, enforces quality and safety standards, and serves as the main field link between the owner, design team, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Our Hybrid Work Model:
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Supervises Field inspectors, assistant resident engineers, field office staff
Contract administration
Administer the construction contract and enforce plans, specifications, and contract terms.
Review and process submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders; track them in logs.
Evaluate change order requests, negotiate costs and time impacts, and recommend approval.
Verify quantities and review monthly pay applications against work in place.
Document and help resolve claims, disputes, and differing site conditions.
Field oversight and quality
Manage daily site activities and inspect work for conformance with plans and specifications.
Direct the quality assurance program, including materials testing and special inspections.
Issue non-conformance reports and verify corrective action.
Interpret drawings in the field and coordinate clarifications with the engineer of record.
Schedule and cost
Review the contractor's baseline schedule and monthly updates; flag delays and recovery needs.
Track the project budget, contingency, and cost forecasts.
Report progress, risks, and issues to the owner and leadership.
Safety and compliance
Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site safety plans; stop unsafe work.
Ensure compliance with permits, environmental requirements (e.g., SWPPP), and agency conditions.
Track prevailing wage and DBE/MBE requirements where applicable.
Documentation and communication
Keep daily reports, photo records, meeting minutes, and correspondence files.
Lead weekly progress meetings with contractors, designers, and stakeholders.
Coordinate with utilities, agencies, and the public on traffic control and impacts.
Closeout
Run substantial and final completion inspections and manage punch lists.
Collect as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final releases.
Support commissioning and turnover to the owner.
What you'll bring to the team:
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
8+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in a resident engineer, construction manager, or field engineering role.
Working knowledge of construction contracts, specifications, and change management.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within 12 months.
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP certification.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
Experience on public works projects (DOT, municipal, water/wastewater, or federal).
Familiarity with Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project, and Bluebeam.
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About GHD Group
GHD Group is a global engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting firm that provides services to clients in the water, energy, environment, property and buildings, and transportation sectors. The company was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. GHD has more than 10,000 employees in over 200 offices worldwide, and it operates in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America. The company's services include engineering design, project management, asset management, environmental consulting, and digital services. GHD's clients include governments, private companies, and non-profit organizations, and its projects range from small-scale local initiatives to large-scale international infrastructure projects.
