Lead Resident Engineer – Transit & Rail Projects

Gannett Fleming; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 155,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

401(k) savings plan

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer – Transit and Rail to join our Construction Services team. You will oversee all field construction activities, supervise field staff, and coordinate with clients and design teams on rail projects in the tri‑state area.

The role requires 10+ years in Rail RE, PE preferred, OSHA 30 certification, and flexibility for varying shifts. Salary ranges from $155,000 to $220,000 per year, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Rail RE activities and managing construction field teams.
• Experience with NJ Transit, Port Authority of NY & NJ, NJDOT, or NJTA.
• Experience with catenary systems.
• Experience with rail facilities.
• Candidate must have the ability to drive.
• OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required.
• Work schedule must be flexible to accommodate varying shifts (day, evening, weekend).
• Familiarity with Project Management Procedures (PMPs) and Project Management Guidelines (PMGs) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction work on assigned projects and coordinate field coverage.
• Keep client informed of field activities and progress.
• Supervise field personnel and review daily reports.
• Coordinate with office staff and review safety and quality submittals.
• Attend meetings and resolve issues with client and project team.
• Lead project progress meetings and issue minutes.
• Ensure site safety and permit compliance; coordinate with adjacent projects.
• Prepare punch lists with the owner at project completion.
• Handle staffing, budget tracking, and project records.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

OSHA 30-hour safety certification

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking an experiencedResident Engineer - Transit and Railto join our Construction Services team in New Jersey.This role presents an exciting opportunity to be an important part of critical construction efforts for large-scaletransitand rail projects in New Jersey.

AtGFT,we'renot just engineering the future;we'rebuilding it with purpose. Our construction and program management services reflect our commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management teams help deliver projects that stay on schedule, within budget, and meethigh standardsfor safety and quality.

Whatyou'llbe challenged to do:

As a Resident Engineer, you will oversee all construction work on assigned projects and coordinate field coverage as needed. You will keep the client informed of field activities and progress, supervise field personnel, review daily reports, and guide the field team. You will communicate with office staff, review Site Specific Safety Work Plans (SSSWPs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Construction Work Plans (CWPs), Quality Work Plans (QWPs), and other submittals. You will attend meetings in person and workdirectly with the Clientand Project teammembersto resolve issues.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineeringor related field
• Professional Engineer license is preferred
• Experience with NJ Transit, Port Authority of NY & NJ,NJDOT,or NJTA
• 10+ years of experience in Rail RE activities and managing construction field teams
• Experience with catenary systems
• Experience with rail facilities
• Candidate must have the ability to drive
• OSHA 30-hour safety course certificationrequired
• Work schedule must be flexible to accommodate varying shifts (day, evening,weekend)
• Familiarity with Project Management Procedures (PMP's) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG's)is a plus.

Education | Experience:What you will bring to our firm:

• Managing daily observation of contractor operations for rail-related transportation projects across New Jersey and the broader tri-state region
• Serving as the field point of contact for the client and project stakeholders
• Supervising field staff, including inspectors, community liaison, and office engineer
• Reviewing and verifying construction schedules, including baseline and updates, in coordination with the client
• Performing inspections andobservingfield testing and commissioning
• Assistingwith preparation and negotiation of change orders and project reporting
• Reviewing contractor payment vouchers,manningreports, payroll certifications, and labor documentation
• Leading project progress meetings and issuing meeting minutes
• Overseeing site safety,permitcompliance, and coordination with adjacent projects
• Monitoring contractor compliance with safety and health plans and approved quality plans
• Working with contractors to minimize public disruption
• Coordinating responses to RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings with design teams
• Preparing punch lists with the owner at project completion
• Addressing project challenges related to schedule and budget in collaboration with the owner, GFT, and contractors
• Handling project management responsibilities including staffing oversight, budget tracking, cost-to-complete analysis, andmaintainingproject records
• Reviewing project documents to resolve construction and design issues and preparing correspondence and reports
• Using spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling tools to support project delivery
• Communicating with all key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

What we prefer you bring:

• Experience with airport projects.
• Certifications such as Rutgers TCC, NJSAT, ACI (preferred).

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is$155,000 - $220,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: New Jersey
Working Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time

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