Resident Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater Construction

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Chelsea, MA, is seeking a Resident Engineer to supervise inspection and administration for construction and rehabilitation of waterworks and wastewater facilities. You will monitor contractor compliance, maintain field files, and document daily activities to ensure quality and regulatory adherence.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, several years of experience, and supervisory or PM exposure; MWRA offers a mission-driven team and opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• At least four (4) years of civil engineering experience.
• At least one (1) year of supervisory or project management experience on construction projects or ability to complete MWRA Supervisory development program within 6 months.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License.
• Successful completion of MWRA training program on Construction Management (when available).

Responsibilities

• Acts as resident engineer on construction projects. Monitors and documents contractor compliance with construction documents, MWRA procedures and policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable engineering standards.
• Maintains field project files for each construction contract. All project documentation is complete, up-to-date, and in accordance with MWRA policies and procedures.
• Keeps a daily diary for each construction contract, recording contractual work related to the project, weather conditions, and list of visitors, change orders and claims in accordance with MWRA procedures.
• Maintains quantity control ledgers to substantiate partial and final pay estimates submitted by contractors. Reviews contractor pay estimates, and final payment and construction closeout documents in a timely manner. Prepares accurate redlined drawings for record drawings.
• Coordinates contractor activities; assists in change order process; reviews contractor schedules and provides monthly progress report; schedules and documents meetings; verifies and documents contractor compliance with permits, labor standards, and grant conditions.
• Provides technical assistance to field staff to ensure compliance with construction documents, MWRA work procedures, and assists with performance appraisals.
• Participates in preparation and maintenance of line drawings and sketches, documenting actual construction work.
• Works with design team to ensure that engineering document/construction contract issues are reviewed for constructability and maintainability at the 30, 60, and 90 percent design submittals.
• Assists in the resolution of difficult administrative and engineering problems and supervises material quantities and project costs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Chelsea, MA, is seeking a Resident Engineer to supervise inspection and administration for construction and rehabilitation of waterworks and wastewater facilities. You will monitor contractor compliance, maintain field files, and document daily activities to ensure quality and regulatory adherence.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, several years of experience, and supervisory or PM exposure; MWRA offers a mission-driven team and opportunity