GFT is seeking a Resident Engineer - Roadway & Bridges to join our Construction Services Team in Chicago, IL. This role requires regular attendance at our Chicago, IL office.
What you’ll be challenged to do:This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Resident Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Conducts and documents project meetings with clients.
- Prepares and monitors project schedules.
- Performs periodic construction observation and inspection.
- Possesses basic surveying interpretation skills.
- Prepares reports and correspondence.
- Prepares and checks quantities for measurement and payment
- purposes.
- Prepares construction payment applications.
- Negotiates and prepares construction change orders.
- Reviews submittals and other technical data.
- Proficient with construction management software for document
- management and scheduling.
- Performs constructability reviews and value engineering studies.
- Assists with Risk Management assessments.
- Prepares and monitors Quality Control and Assurance Plans.
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
- Professional Engineering License.
- 7+ years’ experience.
- IDOT Documentation Certification, required.
- Experience with Primavera P6 preferred.
- 10-hour OSHA Safety course.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Must possess a driver’s license to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
Compensation:The salary range for this role is $98,000 - $140,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Location: Chicago, ILCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time
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