Assistant Resident Engineer

Arcadis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer for a significant rail tunnel project in New York. This role involves overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing project documentation. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in heavy civil construction, particularly in tunneling. Join us to contribute to a landmark infrastructure project and help shape the future of transportation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

15 days PTO

Nine Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with large shafts, excavation, and tunneling.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities on-site.
• Act as liaison between contractors and project engineers.
• Prepare detailed daily and weekly reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Resident Engineer role at Arcadis.

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to join our team in New York and New Jersey for a significant rail tunnel project in the New York / New Jersey area. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure project, shaping the future of transportation in the region. Join us in building a legacy of excellence in civil engineering and construction.

This role will be pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of the project, focusing on heavy civil engineering, large shafts, excavation, and tunneling aspects. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in similar large-scale infrastructure projects.

Role accountabilities:

• Supervise daily construction activities on-site to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and quality standards, particularly in areas involving large shafts, excavation, and tunneling.
• Act as the main liaison between contractors, site supervisors, and project engineers to resolve on-site issues, clarify project requirements, and ensure smooth coordination and alignment on project objectives.
• Enforce safety protocols and monitor compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations specific to heavy civil and tunneling work.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and initiate corrective actions for any identified risks or non-compliance.
• Prepare detailed daily and weekly reports on construction progress, site conditions, and any challenges encountered.
• Maintain comprehensive records of on-site activities, including inspections, test results, and incident reports, ensuring accurate documentation of project milestones.
• Identify and resolve on-site engineering and construction issues as they arise, particularly those unique to excavation and tunneling operations.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on large shafts, excavation, and ideally, tunneling.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a related field or equivalent work experience.

Key Skills and Abilities:

• Proven track record in managing complex construction projects, preferably in rail or transportation infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to handle pressure and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for project management and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on rail tunnel projects.
• Familiarity with local regulations and permitting processes (though not required).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus, but not mandatory for this role.

Why Arcadis?

We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark—on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life, and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full-time and part-time positions, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition programs, and optional benefits such as wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue annually. The salary range for this position is $100,000–$145,000, based on experience, education, and other factors.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.