Gannett Fleming

Resident Engineer - Transit and Rail

Gannett Fleming$185K — $249K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in Rail RE activities
  • Professional Engineer license required
  • Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MNR, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT
  • Experience with Catenary systems and Rail Facilities
  • OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required
  • Must have ability to drive

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily observation of contractor operations for rail-related projects
  • Serve as field point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
  • Supervise assigned field office personnel, including inspectors and liaison staff
  • Conduct reviews of construction schedules and updates with the client
  • Perform inspections and field testing for quality assurance
  • Assist in preparation and negotiation of change orders and project reports
  • Chair project meetings and ensure comprehensive communication among stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Commitment to professional development with access to training programs
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions
Full Job Description
GFT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Transit and Rail to join our Construction Services team in New York, NY. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead rail -related transportation projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the field.

What you'll be challenged to do:

As a Resident Engineer, you will be responsible to provide oversight on all construction work on the project and coordinate coverage in the field as needed. Keeps Client team informed of the field activities and progress. Supervises field personnel; schedules coverage, reviews daily progress reports and advises field team as needed. Communicates with office staff on a daily basis. Reviews and comments on Site Specific Safety Work Plans (SSSWP's), Job Safety Analysis (JSA's), Construction Work Plans (CWP's), and Quality Work Plans (QWP's), as well as other Construction Submittals. Attends all meetings in person and actively collaborates with Design- Build and Project Management teams to resolve issues.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:
  • Manage the daily observation of the contractor operations for a rail related transportation project in the New York, tri-state area.
  • To be the field point of contact for the client and all project stakeholders.
  • Manage and supervise all assigned field office typically consisting of inspectors, community liaison and office engineer.
  • The RE conducts reviews and verifications of construction schedules; baseline and updates, in coordination with the client.
  • Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning.
  • Assist in the preparation and negotiations of construction change orders and the preparation of weekly / monthly project reports.
  • Review payment vouchers from contractor.
  • Review manning reports, payroll certifications and other labor documentation from the contractor.
  • Chair project progress meetings and distributes meeting minutes.
  • Responsible for site safety, permit compliance and coordination with other adjacent projects.
  • Monitor Contractor compliance with the Contractor's Safety and Health Plan and with specific Safe Work Plans.
  • Monitor and ensures Contractor's compliance with the approved Contractor's Quality Plan.
  • Work with the Contractor to minimize disruptions to the public.
  • Log and coordinate with the designer to respond to Contractors' submittals, RFI's and shop drawings.
  • Prepare a punch list with the owner upon completion of the project.
  • Solve complex challenges relating to project schedule and budget as an effective member of the project Team (Owner, Gannett Fleming and Contractors).
  • Perform Project Manager type responsibilities such as overseeing field personnel timesheets, vacation /leave, and general personnel issues that may arise as well as project budget, cost to complete analysis; liaise between contractor and the client agency; maintain comprehensive project history files; review project documents in-depth to handle construction and design issues; and prepare change orders, project correspondence, and reports.
  • Perform routine assignments requiring application of spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software.
  • Communicates with all necessary stakeholders


What you will bring to our firm:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MRA, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT
  • Professional Engineer license required
  • 10+ years of experience in Rail RE activities and managing construction field teams.
  • Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MNR, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT
  • Experience with Catenary systems
  • Experience with Rail Facilities
  • Candidate must have the ability to drive.
  • OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required.
  • Work schedule must be flexible to accommodate varying shifts (day, evening, overnight)
What we prefer you bring:
  • Project Management Procedures (PMP's) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG's) familiarity a plus.
Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $185,000 - $249,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.


Location: NYC area

Core Business Hours: Construction hours
Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $185,000 - $249,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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About Gannett Fleming

Gannett Fleming is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services, including planning, design, and construction management. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Gannett Fleming works with clients in a variety of industries, including transportation, water, and energy. The company has completed projects all over the world, including the Panama Canal expansion and the New York City subway system. Gannett Fleming is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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2,000 employees
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Founded
1915

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