Resident Engineer

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Profit-sharing bonus plan

Paid time off

An awesome work environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental in Madison, WI, is seeking a results-driven Resident Engineer to oversee daily construction operations as the on-site engineer and primary liaison. The role focuses on WisDOT, transportation and municipal projects with a strong civil construction background, ensuring projects meet standards, budgets, and schedules while guiding a team in a collaborative environment.

WFH flexibility is limited; the Monroe, WI office hosts a dedicated team committed to safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Licensed EIT preferred; PE license is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in construction engineering.
• Experience with WisDOT/IDOT projects and documentation procedures.
• Proficient in field inspections, documentation, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare Project, Excel, and CAD-based systems.
• Strong communication and ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Manage and oversee day-to-day field operations for roadways, bridges, utility installations, and other civil infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, subconsultants, municipal clients, and regulatory agencies to resolve issues and maintain progress.
• Perform and document field inspections, materials testing, and quality control procedures.
• Monitor construction schedules and budgets; identify and address delays or overruns.
• Maintain project records, field notes, daily reports, and change documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and project-specific requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to field staff and interns.
• Support project managers with closeout documentation and final inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Work independently

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Licensed EIT

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AASHTOWare Project

Microsoft Excel

CAD-based systems

Job description

Description
Are you a results-driven Resident Engineer looking for a new challenge? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated and experienced Resident Engineer.

Department: Construction/CEI

Location: Madison, WI

Compensation: $34.00 - $42.00 / hour

Description
Are you a results-driven Resident Engineer looking for a new challenge? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated and experienced Resident Engineer.

What’s in it for you?

As a Resident Engineer, you will oversee the daily operations of construction projects, serving as the on-site engineer and primary liaison between contractors, clients, and internal teams. The ideal candidate will bring experience with WisDOT, transportation and municipal projects, a strong understanding of civil construction practices, and a passion for delivering quality infrastructure improvements.

This position offers the opportunity to lead impactful transportation and municipal projects across Wisconsin and northern Illinois, ensuring they are completed on time, on budget, and in compliance with all applicable standards and specifications.

Where you’ll work

The position will be in office 5 days a week based in our Monroe, Wisconsin, office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

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What you’ll do

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Manage and oversee day-to-day field operations for roadways, bridges, utility installations, and other civil infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, subconsultants, municipal clients, and regulatory agencies to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Perform and document field inspections, materials testing, and quality control procedures.
• Monitor construction schedules and budgets; proactively identify and address potential delays or overruns.
• Maintain accurate project records, field notes, daily reports, and change documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and project-specific requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to field staff and engineering interns.
• Support project managers with closeout documentation, punch lists, and final inspections.

What it takes

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Licensed EIT preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in construction engineering, including roadway or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience with WisDOT and/or IDOT projects, specifications, and documentation procedures is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in construction inspection, documentation, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with field tools and software such as AASHTOWare Project, Microsoft Excel, and CAD-based systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites in the region.

What you’ll get

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Profit-sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• An awesome work environment.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We may use AI-powered tools to support administrative aspects of recruiting, including sourcing support and note-taking. These tools do not evaluate candidates or influence screening, interview, or hiring decisions. Every candidate is reviewed and assessed by human recruiters and hiring managers. The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.