Appcast

Resident Engineer - Rail and Transit

Appcast$112K — $196K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management; Master's preferred
  • 12+ years in Construction Contract Administration, ideally in northern NJ/NYC
  • Engineer-in-Training certification; PE registration preferred
  • Knowledge of geotechnical principles and construction methods
  • Familiar with industry manuals and publications

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily construction and Resident Engineering Inspection activities
  • Conduct technical reviews of plans and project changes
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
  • Monitor contractor performance and project schedules
  • Influence contractors to achieve cost and quality objectives
  • Administer the contractor payment process
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to guide project progress

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off for work-life balance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Paid holidays throughout the year
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to work at one of the most exciting transportation facilities in the Country! As a Principal Resident Engineer you will be responsible for overseeing construction activities and coordination. You will ensure that deficiencies are identified and addressed to meet safety standards, environmental regulations, and facility specifications. Collaboration with various stakeholders, including project managers, construction teams, and government agencies, will be part of daily activities.

The successful candidate will leverage extensive technical expertise in municipal infrastructure, including transportation facilities, to aid in management of capital improvement projects.

Role Accountabilities:
  • Oversee daily construction activities and Resident Engineering Inspection responsibilities.
  • Conduct technical reviews of construction plans, specifications, and project changes to ensure constructability and practicality.
  • Ensure staff safety, regulatory compliance, permit adherence, and effective coordination with regulatory agencies.
  • Monitor contractor performance, schedule adherence, and overall effectiveness.
  • Influence contractors to meet project objectives related to cost, schedule, and quality standards.
  • Administer the contractor payment process and recommend appropriate adjustments based on completed work.
  • Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills to guide project progress, maintain safety standards, adhere to scheduling requirements, and facilitate meetings with contractors, clients, local agencies, and community stakeholders.

Key Attributes:
  • Significant experience managing large-scale capital improvement projects.
  • Proven capacity to administer multiple projects concurrently.
  • Dedicated to maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective personnel management and responsiveness to evolving project needs.

Qualifications & Skills & Experience:
  • 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management with adequate course work experience on Heavy Civil and Structural elements to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of geotechnical principles and practices, soil and rock mechanics and testing, and construction methods (a Master's degree in Civil Engineering is preferred)
  • Minimum of 12 years experience in Construction Contract Administration of related work experience preferably in northern New Jersey/NYC area
  • EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification (a Professional Engineer registration in State of New Jersey or ability to obtain PE registration is preferred).
  • Familiarity with commonly used manuals and publications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills


Security Clearance Requirement:
None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2014

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