Resident Engineer (Transportation Projects)

Harris & Associates

$135K — $215K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of construction management experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Licensed Engineer in California
  • Experience managing transportation and infrastructure projects
  • OSHA-10 certification required within 90 days of hire
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record

Responsibilities

  • Serve as liaison among clients, designers, contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders
  • Oversee contractor performance for compliance with plans and budgets
  • Manage daily construction activities and project timelines
  • Develop client and team relationships to efficiently resolve project issues
  • Coordinate with sub-consultants for project delivery
  • Review engineering drawings for accuracy and completeness
  • Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with specifications
  • Track construction costs and process change orders
  • Prepare required progress reports
  • Manage project documentation and communications

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays plus 1 'WorkAversary' holiday
  • Health & Well-Being Allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible hybrid/remote work options
  • Paid leave for maternity, parental, and family medical needs
Full Job Description
Resident Engineer - Transportation Focus

Position Overview:
Harris is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our dynamic Program & Construction Management Division in Monterey County.
As part of a collaborative team, the ideal candidate will lead and manage the successful delivery of transportation and infrastructure projects and serve as the primary point of contact for the client. This role will partner closely with Harris staff to strengthen client relationships and ensure successful project outcomes.
The successful candidate will bring experience managing all aspects of medium to large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on issue resolution during the construction phase. A thorough understanding of CPM scheduling and change management is required.
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the daily liaison between clients, designers, contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
  • Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with construction plans, specifications, budgets, and schedules.
  • Oversee daily construction activities, managing timelines, budgets, and staffing.
  • Build and maintain strong client and team relationships; address and resolve project issues efficiently.
  • Coordinate and manage Harris sub-consultants (as applicable).
  • Review engineering drawings and specifications for accuracy, constructability, and completeness.
  • Monitor project progress and verify compliance with plans, materials, and timelines; coordinate with on-site Harris inspectors as needed.
  • Manage and track construction costs against project budget; review, negotiate, and process change orders; participate in claims reviews (if applicable).
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.
  • Manage project communications and documentation including RFIs, submittals, field directives, clarification letters, change orders, and progress payments, following Harris' construction management practices.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive construction management experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Licensed Engineer in the state of California
  • Proven experience managing transportation and infrastructure projects, including:
    • Utilities
    • Roads and highways
    • Flood control and drainage
    • Pipelines
  • OSHA-10 certification (required within 90 days of hire)
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience leading project teams
  • Proven ability to foster a collaborative, team-oriented approach to problem-solving
  • Experience with RFP and RFQ responses
  • Strong client management skills
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)


Compensation & Benefits:
Annual Salary Range: $135,000 - $215,000
(Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Benefits Include:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays + 1 "WorkAversary" holiday
  • Health & Well-Being Allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible hybrid/remote work options
  • Paid leave programs (maternity, parental, family medical leave)


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