Assistant Resident Engineer

STV, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 146,678 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)

Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)

Job summary

STV, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer in Chicago, IL to oversee construction projects related to highway/bridges and transit infrastructure.

The ideal candidate holds a Professional Engineering License with at least 8 years of experience or a Certified Construction Manager with 10 years of experience. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are vital. Competitive salary ranging from $147k to $180k based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience with PE or 10 years with CCM, preferably in transportation infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of CTDOT CEI processes, contract administration, and construction documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to closeout.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Monitor contractor performance, project schedules, milestones, and project progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Professional Engineering License (PE) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Tools

COMPASS

AASHTOware Project

Job description

STV is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer for our Transportation Group in Chicago, IL

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct construction projects related to highway/bridges, facilities/buildings, or rail/transit projects from conception to closeout.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory requirements by reviewing and verifying contractor submissions.
• Identify and document nonconforming work and ensure timely corrective action.
• Oversee and manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, daily reports, and change orders.
• Review and ensure DWRs are completed accurately and timely.
• Monitor contractor performance, project schedules, milestones, project progress, and critical path.
• Supervise and mentor inspectors and field technicians to ensure proper coverage and documentation.
• Serve as the primary contact with CTDOT and project stakeholders, including contractors, engineers, and agency representatives, to facilitate project success.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations regarding construction issues.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License (PE) with 8 years of experience or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) with 10 years of experience. Experience on transportation infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of CTDOT CEI processes, contract administration, and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• Ability to perform complex quantity and engineering computations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on‑site as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of COMPASS and AASHTOware Project.
• NETTCP – Concrete Inspector, ACI – Concrete Certification, NETTCP – HMA Paving Inspector, NACE, AMP, or BCI – Coating Inspector, and ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor certifications.
• Professional Engineer License no required is preferred.

Salary

Salary range: $147k to $180k

Compensation Range: $146,678.11 - $167,632.13

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.