Resident Engineer

AECOM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Resident Engineer for the New York Metro area to manage construction QA/QC and contract administration on site.

You will oversee field operations, coordinate with contractors and utilities, and ensure schedules and safety plans are followed. Requires engineering degree and NY P.E. license, plus extensive wastewater project experience.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in mechanical, electrical, or civil/structural engineering with 8+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid New York State Professional Engineer license.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Health and Safety.
• Experience with major wastewater construction projects and mechanical process equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Administer the construction contract and interact with the Construction Manager.
• Ensure Project Quality Plans align with contract requirements.
• Oversee field operations to maintain schedule and control costs.
• Monitor daily/weekly progress and adjust staffing to optimize productivity.
• Prepare monthly estimates and final payments; review CMS reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, utilities, and outside agencies.
• Direct Resident Engineer and Inspectors, and manage safety procedures.
• Respond to public/media inquiries and maintain project correspondence.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Civil/Structural engineering

Education

BA/BS in mechanical/ electrical/ civil or structural engineering

Tools

PMIS - e-Builder

Job description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is actively seeking aResident Engineerin the New York Metro area.

This position is a site based role.

The Resident Engineer (RE) will be responsible for the effective administration of the construction contract and will interact closely with the Construction Manager (CM). They will have daily contact with the Contractor(s) Project Manager and Plant Operations. The Resident Engineer will have the primary responsibility for quality assurance of the construction.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Ensure the Project Quality Plans interface satisfactorily with the requirements of the Contract.
• Ensure implementation of the Quality Plan for the project.
• Oversee the field operation to ensure schedules are adhered to and the overall construction program maintained.
• Oversee the field staff and deploy in such a manner as to minimize cost and maximize production, i.e.: deploy staff using day and night shifts to minimize overtime and travel.
• Review and monitor the Contractor’s daily and weekly work progress and compared to what has been shown in the schedule.
• Report any delays or lost time to the CM for action.Consult with the CM on construction problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate the activities of the contracts with outside agencies and utilities.
• Ensure job safety procedures in the accepted HASP(s) are strictly adhered to.
• Direct the activities of the Assistant Resident Engineer(s) Chief Inspectors and Office Engineers.
• Direct public and media inquiries to the appropriate department representative.
• Prepare all project related correspondence and provide to CM for final review prior to issuance.
• Conduct job coordination and progress meetings.
• Ensure the project daily inspection reports are timely, complete and certified by an authorized person.
• Prepare and review monthly estimates and final payments.
• Ensure staff maintains high ethical standards .
• Review monthly progress reports to client.
• Review and comment on CPM Schedule updates.

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in mechanical, electrical, or civil/structural engineering and 8years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and /or education.
• Must have a valid New York State P.E. license.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Health and Safety Course.
• Working knowledge of major wastewater construction infrastructure projects andwastewater .mechanical process equipment installation.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Health and Safety Course.
• NYCDEP 4-hr Scaffolding Training.
• NYSDEC 4-hr Erosion and Sediment Control Training.
• NYCDEP BEDC EHS Standards Training (4 Hour).
• HAZWOPER 40.
• PMIS- e-Builder Training.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.