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Senior Resident Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

$94K - $128K/yr

The Senior Resident Engineer provides strategic planning and delivery on key client CE&I project needs and initiatives; is able to hire, mentor and expand the team's function, scale and reach ...

As a Senior Resident Engineer, you will be our ambassador at project sites, ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision. Your mission is to oversee structures construction work, making ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$175K - $210K/yr

Dewberry's Construction Management Services is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to work on project assignments in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. The position will be located in the ...

As a Senior Resident Engineer, you will be our ambassador at project sites, ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision. Your mission is to oversee structures construction work, making ...

As a Senior Resident Engineer, you will be our ambassador at project sites, ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision. Your mission is to oversee structures construction work, making ...

... a senior resident engineer or equivalent role. * Deep understanding of NEPA, FTA, FRA, Buy America, and other relevant regulatory requirements. * Proven expertise with PMIS platforms, BIM ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

In the role of Senior Resident Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents * Maintain ...

Senior Resident Engineer - IDOT

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$96K - $123K/yr

The Senior Resident Engineer will provide technical leadership and oversight for construction activities, mentor and develop staff, and ensure successful project delivery through proactive client ...

GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in Hartford, CT. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation ...

GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in Hartford, CT. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

In the role of Senior Resident Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents * Maintain ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Honolulu, HI

$103K - $141K/yr

In the role of Senior Resident Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents * Maintain ...

The Senior Resident Engineer will provide technical leadership and oversight for construction activities, mentor and develop staff, and ensure successful project delivery through proactive client ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

In the role of Senior Resident Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents * Maintain ...

Senior Resident Engineer - IDOT

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$96K - $123K/yr

The Senior Resident Engineer will provide technical leadership and oversight for construction activities, mentor and develop staff, and ensure successful project delivery through proactive client ...

GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in Hartford, CT. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation ...

Senior Resident Engineer

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

Has full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating construction engineering assignments. Responsible for monitoring assigned staff to determine that the ...

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How much do senior resident engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior resident engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior resident engineer?

Senior Resident Engineers are experienced professionals who oversee construction projects on-site, ensuring that all work complies with design specifications, safety standards, and contractual requirements. They act as the main point of contact between the client, contractors, and project stakeholders, resolving technical issues and monitoring progress. Typically, Senior Resident Engineers have extensive engineering backgrounds and are responsible for supervising junior engineers, managing documentation, and ensuring quality control throughout the construction process.

What is the difference between Senior Resident Engineer vs Resident Engineer?

AspectSenior Resident EngineerResident Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, experience, often additional certificationsEngineering degree, relevant experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects or large projects, manages teamsManages specific project sites, supervises on-site activities
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, infrastructure, civil engineering firmsConstruction companies, civil engineering firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior roles, career progressionProject management, site supervision

The Senior Resident Engineer typically has more experience, oversees larger or multiple projects, and manages teams, whereas the Resident Engineer focuses on day-to-day site supervision of specific projects. Both roles require engineering credentials and are common in construction and civil engineering industries, but the senior position involves higher responsibility and leadership.

What are some common challenges faced by senior resident engineers when overseeing large-scale construction projects?

Senior Resident Engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating between multiple contractors and stakeholders, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines, and managing unexpected site issues or design changes. Balancing client expectations with regulatory compliance can also require effective communication and quick problem-solving. Additionally, maintaining high standards of safety and quality while working under tight deadlines is an ongoing responsibility in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior resident engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Resident Engineer, you need a solid background in civil or structural engineering, project management experience, and a relevant engineering degree with professional licensure (such as PE or Chartered Engineer). Familiarity with design and drafting software (like AutoCAD), construction management platforms, and quality assurance standards is crucial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for overseeing site operations and coordinating with diverse teams. These skills and qualities ensure that complex engineering projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.
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Infographic showing various Senior Resident Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.

Senior Resident Engineer

AECOM

Novi, MI • On-site

$94K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


AECOM rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

The Transportation Business Line with AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Resident Engineer for immediate employment in Novi, MI. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in the Construction Engineering/Management industry and have a successful track record of major MDOT and municipal projects and clients. The applicant will have demonstrated experience in developing teams, managing engineering and technical staff, past successful approaches to winning and executing major projects, including projects completed using alternative delivery approaches. The position also requires the ability to lead teams to successfully execute and deliver projects working with construction contractors under traditional and alternative delivery methods.

The objective of the position is to develop and execute work required to deliver client CE&I Projects/Programs within established and agreed budgets and schedules, thereby expanding AECOM's footprint and reputation, and to provide services as the preferred CE&I consultant in the area.

The Senior Resident Engineer provides strategic planning and delivery on key client CE&I project needs and initiatives; is able to hire, mentor and expand the team's function, scale and reach; prepares and delivers presentations on behalf and in support of the client's fundamental CE&I Project/Program objectives; serves as the single point of contact to the client and acts as a liaison between management and clients on advanced issues.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:


Establish relationships with both external and internal clients and customers, including industry associations and other potential consultant team members and construction contractors
Successfully develops strategy, prepares proposals, negotiates contracts, and executes projects
Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting AECOM's values both internally and externally
Experience in client prepositioning activities, team (internal and external partners) and proposal development, and identification of staff resources to win and effectively deliver projects
Construction management, inspection and field support experience with local agencies, cities, counties and/or MDOT's projects
Coordinating with clients and construction contractors to successfully execute and deliver projects
Manages projects, provides technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule through staff, subordinate managers and supervisors
Assist bridge/highway design disciplines with constructability questions/issues
Familiarity with local and federal funding and CE&I project development and delivery requirements
 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

  • BA/BS + 8 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.  
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Minimal travel may be required
     

Preferred requirements: 

  • Registered Professional Engineer in Michigan
  • 10 + years of project and client management experience as well as proven success managing multiple programs
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Additional Information
  • Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 


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