Resident Engineer

HDR; Kentucky; On-site; USD 119,210 - 170,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a driven Resident Engineer for the Brent Spence Bridge Companion Bridge Project in Louisville, Kentucky. You will oversee construction activities, ensuring contract compliance while managing project quality and scheduling.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, has over 10 years of related construction experience, and a professional engineering license. The compensation range is $119,210 – $170,300, with a robust benefits package included.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in construction including estimating and field engineering.
• Professional engineering license required.
• Experience developing and managing construction engineering and inspection programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and ensure contract compliance.
• Prepare project budgets and schedules.
• Manage quality, schedule, and coordination.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Project management

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Estimating & scheduling software

Job description

Resident Engineer – Brent Spence Bridge Companion Bridge Project

We are seeking an experienced and driven Resident Engineer to support the delivery of the Brent Spence Bridge Companion Bridge project, one of the nation’s most critical infrastructure undertakings. In this key role you will work closely with project stakeholders to oversee daily construction activities, ensure contract compliance, and manage quality, schedule, and coordination on a high‑profile transportation project.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and management oversight for the development and construction of various quality construction projects
• Prepare project budgets and schedules
• Take responsibility for personnel matters, workload management, monitoring consultant service contracts, and establishing optimum engineering practices to support client project delivery efforts
• Plan, prepare, and analyze documents, and manage construction contracts
• Forecast and track fiscal budget and cash flow for total workforce, facilities, vehicles, equipment, and other resources necessary to deliver the assigned highway construction projects
• Assist various crafts, disciplines, and subcontractors in executing their respective work
• Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control, and inspection services
• Coordinate and manage survey and layout work in the field
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Road and Bridge construction experience highly desired
• ODOT or KYTC experience
• Industry certifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field
• 10 years related experience in various aspects of construction, including estimating, bidding, preparing purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, and field engineering
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer – PE Or P.Eng.)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); Bluebeam, estimating & scheduling software, and web‑based document collaboration software
• Experience developing and managing construction engineering and inspection programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture

Location and Compensation

Primary Location: Louisville, Kentucky. Other locations include Cincinnati, Paducah, Henderson, and Lexington, Kentucky. Full‑time, Regular Employee Status. Expected compensation range: $119,210 – $170,300 (Cincinnati, OH).

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement (for full‑time positions). Temporary and part‑time roles may have limited benefits.

Equality and Diversity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.