Resident Engineer

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 106,138 - 151,625; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Engineer to lead construction teams on major transportation infrastructure projects across facilities like tunnels, bridges, and ports in the New York/New Jersey area.

You will oversee schedule, costs, QA/QC, change orders, and coordination with contractors, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project success and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Contract understanding and knowledge of construction codes and laws.
• Ability to read drawings and specs and find discrepancies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture; US visa not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff of construction professionals including engineers and inspectors.
• Manage multiple projects at transportation facilities such as bridges, tunnels and ports.
• Run progress meetings, oversee schedule, cost, QA/QC, testing, turnover.
• Process change orders and negotiate construction claims.
• Coordinate with contractors for safe, efficient operations.
• Provide guidance to junior field staff and lead project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

PE license (NY or NJ)

OSHA 30-hour training

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, rail, aviation, and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life. This is a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

Resident Engineer Responsibilities

• Manage a staff of construction professionals including Assistant Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Field Inspectors, etc.
• Manage one or a portfolio of projects at transportation facilities such as tunnels, bridges, terminals, airports, transit systems, and ports.
• Run construction progress meetings and oversee project schedule, cost, QA/QC inspections, testing, acceptance, and turnover.
• Process change orders and negotiate construction claims.
• Coordinate with contractors to plan and execute construction in alignment with facility operations.
• Provide guidance and leadership to less‑experienced field staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, with 3+ years as an Assistant Resident Engineer on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, and NJDOT.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• OSHA 30‑hour training.
• PE license in New York or New Jersey.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Team‑orientated work style.
• Computer literacy, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to serving as an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
• US employment sponsorship (visa) is not available for this position.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include 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. The expected compensation range depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles are eligible for limited benefits.) New York, NY: $106,138 - $151,625.