Assistant Resident Engineer

Schnabel Branding Colors; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Paid time off

Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schnabel Branding Colors in Washington, DC is looking for an Assistant Resident Engineer to support tunnel and underground infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of construction management experience, preferably on tunnel or civil projects, along with a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant projects while benefiting from a competitive compensation range of $120,000 to $160,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and professional development options.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction management or field engineering on tunnel or civil projects.
• Experience with interpreting geotechnical reports and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site construction for tunnel and underground projects.
• Support evaluations and coordination for construction delivery methods.
• Assist in the administration of construction contracts.
• Perform field verification of work and reconcile payment applications.
• Monitor activities for compliance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Construction management experience

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of CPM scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Oracle Primavera Unifier

Primavera P6

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include

• Medical insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description

Are you looking for challenging and meaningful work on nationally significant tunnel and underground infrastructure projects? Schnabel approaches complex infrastructure challenges with creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative mindset. We are seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to support our Tunnels Business Unit Program Management and Construction Management practice. This role provides the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders on technically demanding projects while continuing to grow professionally.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide daily on-site construction management support and oversight for tunnel and underground infrastructure projects, including excavation, ground support, shafts, tunnel linings, structural concrete, and associated surface works.
• Support Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design-Bid-Build, and Design-Build delivery methods through constructability reviews, sequencing evaluations, and early work package coordination.
• Support the Resident Engineer and leadership with administration of construction contracts, including review of submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor correspondence.
• Perform field verification of installed work and reconcile contractor payment applications with observed progress, quantities, and schedule of values.
• Review contractor baseline schedules, updates, and recovery schedules and validate reported progress against field observations.
• Assist with evaluation and negotiation of change orders and field modifications related to differing site conditions, constructability challenges, and design refinements.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, safety requirements, environmental permits, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing site‑specific safety plans and participating in safety meetings.
• Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, designers, utility owners, and agency stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain effective project execution.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 8+ years of construction management or field engineering experience on tunnel, underground, or heavy civil projects.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, geotechnical reports, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Working knowledge of CPM scheduling, production tracking, and schedule updates.
• Experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier, Primavera P6, e‑Builder, Procore, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety certification.
• Experience with TBM, SEM/NATM, or cut‑and‑cover tunneling methods.
• Prior experience supporting large, technically complex infrastructure programs.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work on active construction sites and underground environments, including confined spaces, uneven terrain, and variable weather conditions. Ability to work extended or non‑standard hours as required by project demands.
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening.

The compensation range for this position is between $120,000 to $160,000. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.

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