Construction Resident Engineer

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Hybrid Work Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. seeks a Construction Resident Engineer to lead field staff on road and bridge projects in Illinois.

You will oversee contract management, field engineering services, and coordination on mid- to large-size highway work while ensuring safety and compliance with plans and specs. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, a PE license, and 6+ years of resident engineering experience on transportation projects, with OSHA and IDOT certifications valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• PE license is required or actively pursuing licensure.
• 6+ years of resident engineering experience on transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the construction inspection team to ensure contract compliance.
• Plan, prepare, and analyze construction documents for large highway projects.
• Manage construction contracts and monitor progress and costs.
• Oversee daily reports and contractor schedules and submittals.
• Review traffic control plans and field safety for workers and the public.
• Coordinate with inspectors, office staff, and contractors to resolve issues.
• Ensure safety and quality while meeting schedule and budget constraints.

Skills

Construction management

Field supervision

Contract management

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Construction Resident Engineer to join our team. You will have an opportunity to work in the field on road and bridge construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a field staff in contract management, administration, field engineering services and coordination of a mid to large-size heavy highway construction projects. The candidate shall possess a strong background in construction management with residential streets, highways, bridges, utility relocation, trunk water main/sewer, retaining walls, stormwater pollution prevention implementation, traffic control review and related facilities. A person in this position is subject to occasional exposure to heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions. There are often interruptions to the work routine and must be able to think clearly and act effectively under these conditions.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise the construction inspection team.
• Plan, prepare, and analyze construction documents.
• Manage construction contracts utilizing CMMS software.
• Supervise the preparation of inspector daily reports for inclusion on contractor progress payment estimates.
• Direct and assist staff in reviewing and analyzing contractor project schedules, staging plans, traffic control plans, and other required submittals to ensure they meet contract requirements and restrictions.
• Meet with contractors regularly to understand and review work plan and schedule, resolve issues in work areas, address scheduling concerns and sequence operations.
• Assign, schedule, supervise, review, and accept the work on behalf of client.
• Ensure that safety of personnel and the traveling public is paramount in all work activities.
• Administer contracts and confirm compliance in accordance with contract plans and specifications. Oversee the activities of Construction Inspectors, Materials Coordinators, Office Engineers, and Administrative personnel.
• Monitor contractors’ work for compliance to schedule, budget, technical specifications, and legal requirements.
• Conduct progress meetings and prepare reports on project status.
• Communicate and implement safety policies, and procedures.
• Recognize and act promptly on potential changes or additional work, contract conflicts or ambiguities in the plans and specifications and changes in field conditions.
• Negotiate, analyze, resolve, settle, deny, and/or make recommendations regarding contractor conflicts and claims considering contract plans and specifications, estimates, conditions, costs, and time.
• Conduct field visits to examine construction site conditions and issues.
• Participate actively as key a member of the client’s construction team for project delivery.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• 6 or more years of Resident Engineering experience for transportation projects.
• 10 HR OSHA, IDOT HMA and Concrete Level 1, and IDOT Aggregates certifications
• Partnering approach to Construction Management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• IDOT, Tollway, and/or Local Agency federally funded construction experience.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Illinois Pay Transparency

$83,000—$129,000 USD

Who We Are

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time Regular Employee Benefits And Perks Include

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement On Diversity And Inclusion

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us—and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.