Stantec

Resident Engineer

Stantec$107K — $155K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • 10+ years of progressive project experience
  • 5+ years in construction management for water/wastewater projects
  • Outstanding knowledge of industry regulations and codes
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • OSHA and Confined Space Entry certifications preferred or can be trained
  • Proficient in Adobe, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project; AutoCAD knowledge helpful

Responsibilities

  • Supervise construction phase of various water infrastructure projects
  • Oversee development and management of team plans, mentoring staff
  • Manage field inspection teams and daily reporting for compliance
  • Serve as the main contact on contractor-related issues and reviews
  • Ensure adherence to safety regulations and permits during construction
  • Conduct technical reviews of plans for feasibility and compliance
  • Monitor contractor performance to uphold quality and project timelines

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunity for field and office work
  • Exposure to diverse water projects and innovative technologies
  • Work with a recognized leader in sustainability and engineering
  • Join a top employer for women and Indigenous professionals
  • Engagement in projects that benefit community water systems
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Stantec's Water practice is seeking a highly motivated Resident Engineer with large water and wastewater pump stations, treatment plants and/or force main project experience. This opportunity is for long-term conveyance programs in the Boston area.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the technical supervision for the construction phase of projects. Various project types include sewer separation, stormwater pump stations (up to 50 MGD), storage tanks (up to 4 MG) and water/wastewater treatment plants.
  • Responsible for supervising Stantec staff, including development of Management plans, tracking career progress, mentoring, advocating for and approving timesheets and training/development requests.
  • Manage inspection staff and the delivery of daily inspector reports in accordance with clients' requirements.
  • Act as liaison to design staff to respond to Contractors' RFI's and review of shop drawings.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact on assigned construction contracts, with primary responsibility for construction contract administration and quality management.
  • Responsible for overall site safety, permit status compliance and coordination with other agencies.
  • Familiarity with construction procedures and scheduling of work sequences. Should be familiar with dewatering, backfilling and compaction of utility trenches, pavement/surface restoration, architectural and structural construction.
  • Provides technical review of construction plans and specifications and project changes for constructability and practicality.
  • Manage office staff responsible for record keeping, general correspondence, compiling and drafting of required reports and deliverables.
  • Monitors Contractor performance, quality, schedule, overall responsiveness, and effectiveness.
  • Exerts influence over and maintain excellent relationships with Contractors to maintain project goals.
  • Manages the Contractor monthly payment process and recommends appropriate adjustments as necessary to manage the Contractor.
  • This position is eligible for relocation
  • Position will work in both a field and office setting. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Must be available to travel for out-of-town projects when needed.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Be able to manage multi-discipline design teams, with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task.
  • Outstanding record of successful Water Projects - Thorough knowledge of industry codes to ensure compliance of federal and state regulations, understanding of new technologies and cutting-edge methods.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • OSHA training/certification and Confined Space Entry certification beneficial (or will train, if needed for an assignment).
  • Must have good driving record and a valid driver's license.
  • Required software applications include: Adobe, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project. AutoCAD experience beneficial, but not required.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years' experience on projects showing increasing responsibility.
  • Minimum of five (5) years in a construction management role of water and wastewater related projects.
  • CCM is preferred.
  • Position will work in both a field and office setting. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
  • Must be available to travel for out-of-town projects when needed.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas - Min Salary $ 107,300.00 - Max Salary $ 155,500.00

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | MA | Boston
Organization: BC-1951 Water-US Northeast
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 22/05/2026 02:05:32
Req ID: REQ2500020J

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About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
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Founded
1954
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