Resident Construction Engineer

GHD; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Austin, TX seeks a Resident Engineer / Construction Manager to act as the owner’s on-site representative, delivering projects on schedule and within budget. You will supervise field staff, administer contracts, and coordinate with owners, designers, and regulators to ensure safety and quality.

The role requires 8+ years in construction with 5+ years in a resident engineer or field management capacity, plus a valid driver's license. A PE, CCM/PMP, or OSHA 30 may be preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 8+ years in construction with 5+ years in resident engineer or construction manager roles.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, specs, and change management.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field inspectors, on-site staff, and subcontractors.
• Administer construction contract terms, schedules, and payments.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders; maintain logs.
• Evaluate change orders, negotiate costs/time impacts, and approve where appropriate.
• Verify quantities and review monthly pay applications against work completed.
• Document claims, disputes, and site condition issues; resolve with owner/engineers.
• Lead weekly progress meetings with contractors, designers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Construction management

Resident engineer

Field engineering

Contract management

Site supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a Resident Engineer / Construction Manager, to act as the owner's or firm's full-time on-site representative, responsible for delivering the project on schedule, within budget, to specification, and safely. This role oversees contractors, administers the construction contract, enforces quality and safety standards, and serves as the main field link between the owner, design team, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Supervises Field inspectors, assistant resident engineers, field office staff
• Contract administration
• Administer the construction contract and enforce plans, specifications, and contract terms.
• Review and process submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders; track them in logs.
• Evaluate change order requests, negotiate costs and time impacts, and recommend approval.
• Verify quantities and review monthly pay applications against work in place.
• Document and help resolve claims, disputes, and differing site conditions.

Field oversight and quality

• Manage daily site activities and inspect work for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Direct the quality assurance program, including materials testing and special inspections.
• Issue non-conformance reports and verify corrective action.
• Interpret drawings in the field and coordinate clarifications with the engineer of record.

Schedule and cost

• Review the contractor's baseline schedule and monthly updates; flag delays and recovery needs.
• Track the project budget, contingency, and cost forecasts.
• Report progress, risks, and issues to the owner and leadership.

Safety and compliance

• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site safety plans; stop unsafe work.
• Ensure compliance with permits, environmental requirements (e.g., SWPPP), and agency conditions.
• Track prevailing wage and DBE/MBE requirements where applicable.

Documentation and communication

• Keep daily reports, photo records, meeting minutes, and correspondence files.
• Lead weekly progress meetings with contractors, designers, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with utilities, agencies, and the public on traffic control and impacts.

Closeout

• Run substantial and final completion inspections and manage punch lists.
• Collect as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final releases.
• Support commissioning and turnover to the owner.

What you’ll bring to the team:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in a resident engineer, construction manager, or field engineering role.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, specifications, and change management.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within 12 months.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• Experience on public works projects (DOT, municipal, water/wastewater, or federal).
• Familiarity with Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project, and Bluebeam.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.