Resident Engineer

Ciorba Group, Inc.; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An employee-owned engineering firm in Crown Point is seeking a Resident Engineer to manage construction projects across Indiana. Responsible for overseeing project documentation, facilitating communication with clients, and ensuring adherence to engineering standards, the ideal candidate will have a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 8-10 years of relevant experience. Indiana Professional Engineer license is required alongside certification in INDOT Construction Inspection Proficiencies. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure improvements in the Midwest.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of construction experience is essential.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer in Indiana is required.
• Certification in INDOT Construction Inspection Proficiencies is a must.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Resident Engineer on various construction projects.
• Prepare construction documentation as per INDOT policies.
• Calculate pay item quantities and oversee construction records.
• Develop change orders and manage client communication.
• Coordinate preconstruction meetings and address project issues.
• Work collaboratively with team members and engage with the public.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

On-the-job learning

Education

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Ciorba Group is an employee-owned, people-first engineering firm that delivers innovative solutions to solve real-world problems and improve communities. For almost 100 years, we've provided comprehensive engineering services for infrastructure improvement projects. We have offices in Chicago, Peoria, and Crown Point. Join our team and you will help provide engineering solutions on major infrastructure improvements across the Midwest for various DOT's, counties, and municipalities.

The Resident Engineer serves as a project’s technical expert with the responsibility to make decisions and interpretations affecting the outcome of a constructed project. A licensed professional is required. Tasks performed require broad knowledge of engineering fundamentals with no immediate supervision needed. The Resident Engineer may work on several projects at one time, reporting to the assigned Project Manager and Group Manager. A Resident Engineer will serve as the lead on small to mid-sized construction projects or as the Assistant Resident Engineer on larger infrastructure construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Resident Engineer on construction projects involving roadway, bridge, and underground improvements using local, state, and federal funding.
• Prepare all construction documentation per INDOT policies and procedures.
• Measure and calculate pay item quantities, prepare contractor pay applications, and oversee preparation of construction record drawings.
• Develop change orders and pay estimates.
• Complete on-site re-design when issues/conflicts are found.
• Coordinate directly with the client providing daily or weekly reporting, preparing for and chairing preconstruction meetings, and responding directly to the client with project issues.
• Work closely with and manage other team members and positively interact with the public.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited school
• 8-10 years of construction experience
• Indiana Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Certified in INDOT Construction Inspection Proficiencies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to learn through on the job mentoring and training