Resident Engineer - OgdenThe Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a Resident Engineer (Engineering Manager I) to help Keep Utah Moving by leading in contract administration in Region One's, Ogden Construction Office.
Position Information- Salary Range: $46.67 - $74.06
- FT/PT Status: Full-Time
- Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check
- Schedule Code: AX - Career Service Exempt (at-will)
- Location: Ogden Construction, 166 W Southwell St, Ogden, UT 84404
- Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Key Responsibilities- Leading a construction oversight crew during the construction phases of UDOT projects ensuring that
- inspections get complete
- materials are tested
- projects are documented as required
- contractor payment is complete
- Interpreting plans and specifications.
- Negotiating contract changes.
- Ensuring quality of road construction.
- Serving as UDOT's representative on assigned projects.
- Serving as the liaison between UDOT and the contractor.
- Communicating with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the overall quality and performance of roadway facilities.
- Supervising an inspection office and laboratory staff, including assigning/directing work; conducting employee evaluations, staff training and development, taking appropriate disciplinary/corrective actions, making hiring/termination recommendations, etc.
- Coaching, mentoring and developing employees.
- Being available to deal with project problems during times when a project is active which includes night and weekend shifts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- A professional engineer (PE) license in Utah.
- At least two years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent skills in identifying and solving complex problems.
- Experience in administering heavy civil construction projects, and reviewing plans and specifications for constructability.
- Excellent understanding of the UDOT partnering process and ability to work with the public.
- Have the ability to mentor and train others.
