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Ventura, CA · On-site

$118K - $180K/yr

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Irvine, CA · On-site

$135K - $215K/yr

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Oakland, CA · On-site

$135K - $215K/yr

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Resident Engineer

Ventura, CA · On-site

$118K - $180K/yr

But You'll Stay for an Exciting Career! Engineering and Designing Reliable, Responsive, Solutions ... RESIDENT ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY Serves as the Resident Engineer for CM projects, overseeing all ...

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Chicago, IL · On-site

$123K - $171K/yr

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San Diego, CA · On-site

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Charlotte, NC · On-site

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

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Roseville, CA · On-site

$145K - $208K/yr

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Resident Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$118K - $175K/yr

The resident engineer will manage, and oversee various work elements including excavation ... career. Expected Salary: $118,000 - $175,230 WSP USA is providing the compensation range and ...

Resident Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$78K - $136K/yr

The resident engineer will manage, and oversee various work elements including excavation ... career. Expected Salary: $78,200 - $136,730 WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general ...

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Resident Engineer (Transit)

Colliers Engineering & Design

Seattle, WA • On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Colliers Engineering & Design rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

268th of 450 rated engineering


Job description

Overview
Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is actively hiring a Resident Engineer to perform a wide variety of professional engineering work in either a field or office setting on a transit capital program covering rail and bus construction scopes. The Resident Engineer is directly responsible for administration of the program's construction contracts and reviews the work of Authority, State, and Contractors in accordance with the applicable Construction Manual and all governing specifications. The Resident Engineer reviews progress of the work to assure compliance with the contract documents. This will include progressive monitoring of materials and methods used as well as inspection of the finished products prior to acceptance. The Resident Engineer assures appropriate measurement, payments are made as necessary, and all project documentation is completed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Additionally, the Resident Engineer is responsible to pro-actively reviewing the contract documents to anticipate, identify, and/or prepare for any change orders needed to resolve conflicts and/or recommend improvements.
Responsibilities
  • Ensures safety of Authority employees, State employees, Contractor employees, as well as traveling public citizens by observing contractor's operations and traffic conditions, making recommendations, and taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Reviews contractor operations for compliance with OSHA regulations and Authority safety requirements, including work on or adjacent to active transit operations, rail right-of-way, and bus operating environments.
  • Provides direction to staff to ensure complete, accurate and timely contract records, pertaining to construction progress, job expenditures, budget programs, and work order balances, are maintained in accordance with the State and Federal regulations and laws.
  • Confers with contractors regarding compliance with plans and quality of work and construction activity.
  • Performs field inspections of contractor's work to determine compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions, utility agreements, etc.
  • Prepares reports, as well as reviews and incorporates the daily inspection reports from Field Inspectors, in documenting the Contractor's activities.
  • Maintains accurate and complete project records and ensures compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Calculates and documents field quantities for payment purposes.
  • Documents as-built condition of constructed facility.
  • Monitors project schedule and budget and reports as required to the Authority's Executive leadership.
  • Assists the Authority in the management of the project in such a manner as to maintain quality, schedule, and budget.
  • Prepares contract change orders for making alterations, deviations, additions to or deletions from the plans and specifications to ensure proper completion or construction of the contract.
  • Formulates, researches, and develops solutions for field conditions that necessitate a contract change order. This may include doing any necessary engineering re-design work.
  • Identifies the need for and prepares contract related documents for submission to the contractor.
  • Reviews CPM schedules. Identifies and mitigates project risks.
  • Completes a project daily diary of pertinent activities and discussions held regarding the progress of the contractor's work and interaction with the Project Executive.
  • Assists the Authority in the resolution and response to contractor disputes in a timely manner as provided by the contract.
  • Elevates to the Project Executive all disputes not resolved by the Resident Engineer and the Authority's Contract Administrator, if appropriate.
  • Prepares draft claim reports for the Authority's Vendor/Contract Management when required.
  • Coordinates with transit operations, maintenance, signals, track, and systems disciplines to ensure construction activities are sequenced to minimize impact on active service.
  • Ensure conformance with all Program contract documents.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Washington is required. Out of state licenses may be considered on a case by case basis.
  • Approximately 15+ years of experience in Construction Management of transit, rail, or transportation projects.
  • Experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager on Public Works projects of at least $100M in value.
  • Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $165,000 to $190,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
What We Offer
Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
  • Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
  • Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
  • Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
  • Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
  • National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.

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About Colliers Engineering & Design

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Colliers Engineering & Design, an affiliate of Colliers, is a trusted provider of multi-discipline engineering and architecture, design and consulting services to public and private sector clients. Headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey with offices throughout the United States, we specialize in providing a comprehensive suite of services including civil/site, architecture, transportation, survey/geospatial, infrastructure, governmental, geotechnical/environmental, telecommunications, utilities/energy and project management. We employ professionals who utilize the most advanced technologies to deliver customized solutions for our clients.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Holmdel, NJ, US

Year founded

1984