Assistant Resident Engineer

M&J Engineering; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer in Washington, DC. The role involves managing daily construction inspection activities, supervising inspection personnel, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related fields and 8–12 years of transportation construction experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a retirement plan, with salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of transportation construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer with management and coordination of daily construction inspection activities.
• Supervise field inspection personnel and coordinate inspection coverage for contractor operations.
• Monitor contractor operations and construction progress to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Review Daily Inspection Reports (DIRs) and quantity documentation prepared by inspectors.
• Assist with preparation and review of progress payment estimates, change orders, and contract modifications.
• Assist with review of contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Coordinate maintenance of traffic operations and work zone safety compliance.
• Monitor compliance with stormwater permits, erosion and sediment control plans, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with coordination of utilities and public space requirements within the District.
• Act on behalf of the Resident Engineer when delegated.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

NICET Level III or IV – Transportation Construction Inspection

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I

District Erosion and Sediment Control Certification

Job description

About M&J Engineering

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi‑discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design‑build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s affirmative action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our affirmative action plan.

Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) – Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer with management and coordination of daily construction inspection activities.
• Supervise field inspection personnel and coordinate inspection coverage for contractor operations.
• Monitor contractor operations and construction progress to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Review Daily Inspection Reports (DIRs) and quantity documentation prepared by inspectors.
• Assist with preparation and review of progress payment estimates, change orders, and contract modifications.
• Assist with review of contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Coordinate maintenance of traffic operations and work zone safety compliance.
• Monitor compliance with stormwater permits, erosion and sediment control plans, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with coordination of utilities and public space requirements within the District.
• Act on behalf of the Resident Engineer when delegated.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of transportation construction experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
• NICET Level III or IV – Transportation Construction Inspection.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety Training.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I.
• District Erosion and Sediment Control Certification.

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee‑owned, professional firm. To all full‑time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.