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Overview
M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.
M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.
M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company's Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.
M&J is seeking Resident Engineers to serve as the Consultant's senior on-site representative and primary liaison with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), contractors, utility companies, local agencies, and other project stakeholders.
Responsibilities
• Serve as the Consultant's senior on-site representative and primary liaison with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), contractors, utility companies, local agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide overall management and administration of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for highway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Direct and supervise all project staff including Assistant Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Senior Construction Inspectors, Construction Inspectors, and Materials Inspectors.
• Ensure construction activities comply with VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, contract documents, standards, environmental permits, and safety requirements.
• Conduct progress meetings, coordination meetings, partnering meetings, and construction status meetings with VDOT and contractor personnel.
• Review contractor schedules, shop drawings, submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), and contractor work plans.
• Review and approve Daily Work Reports (DWRs), inspection reports, and quantity documentation prepared by project inspection staff.
• Oversee preparation and approval of progress payment estimates, change orders, contract modifications, and force account documentation using VDOT SiteManager.
• Coordinate resolution of construction conflicts, field issues, and contractor requests.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, erosion and sediment control plans, and maintenance of traffic requirements in accordance with the VDOT Work Area Protection Manual (WAPM).
• Ensure proper project documentation and electronic records management in VDOT SiteManager in accordance with VDOT contract administration procedures.
• Coordinate with VDOT personnel regarding contractor performance evaluations and project closeout documentation.
Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia or ability to obtain reciprocity.
  • Minimum 10-15 years of experience in transportation construction management or construction inspection.
  • Experience managing CEI teams on VDOT or comparable DOT highway or bridge construction projects.
  • Thorough knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Standards, and contract administration procedures.
  • Experience with VDOT SiteManager or similar DOT construction management systems.

Preferred

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
  • Prior experience serving as Resident Engineer on VDOT projects.
  • NICET Level IV certification in Transportation Construction Inspection or Construction Materials Testing.
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training.
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification.

Benefits
M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.