Construction Resident Engineer - #2909

Wadetrim; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Education reimbursement

401(k) plan

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Mentoring program

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

Wade Trim seeks a Construction Engineer to join our Omaha team. The role requires 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience, including tunnel work, with a bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering. The candidate will interpret plans, coordinate inspections, maintain records, and support project costs and schedules.

We offer a robust benefits package and an employee-owned culture. Strong client relations, safety, and field leadership are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience with tunnel, structural concrete and excavation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans and specifications.
• Schedule and coordinate inspection, testing and survey staff.
• Conduct field inspections and maintain work item quantities.
• Prepare construction reports and project status updates.
• Assist with proposals, budgets and schedules for new tasks.
• Maintain excellent client relations and a safe work environment.

Skills

Field inspections

Project coordination

Plan interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Construction Engineer to join our Construction team in our Omaha office. Candidates must have 5+ years of experience, a bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering, with experience on heavy civil type work including tunnel, structural concrete and excavation.

• Interpret project plans and specifications
• Schedule and coordinate inspection, testing and survey staff.
• Conduct field inspections and maintain work item quantities
• Maintain project files and record drawings
• Prepare construction reports
• Perform soil erosion control and sediment control inspections
• Review technical data for adherence with project requirements
• Assist with preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantities
• Assist with/review scope, budget and schedule of new project tasks.
• Monitor task budget and progress
• Prepare project status and other reports
• Assist in the preparation of proposals
• Assist Project Managers
• Attend client, public, project and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre construction, seminars and/or training classes, etc.
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering
• Field experience in construction inspection
• Experience on heavy civil and tunnel work
• Valid driver’s license
• This position requires excellent organizational skills in order to accommodate multiple tasks simultaneously and excellent communications skills when dealing with all individuals at all levels

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer.