Resident Engineer / Construction Manager

NV5; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a Resident Engineer / Construction Manager to support a forthcoming public works project in Palmdale, California. The role requires strong background in construction management, field operations, inspection oversight and successful delivery of public infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day construction activities, coordinate with the City and contractors, monitor schedule, quality, safety and contract compliance, and supervise inspection and materials

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction management of public works projects.
• Licensed PE or CM certification required.
• Experience with plans, specs, schedules, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day construction management and field oversight.
• Coordinate with the City, contractor, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor schedule, quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Supervise construction inspection and materials testing activities.
• Review RFIs, submittals, progress payments, and change orders.
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting.

Skills

Field operations

Inspection oversight

Stakeholder coordination

Education

PE or CM certification

Job description

Now Hiring | Resident Engineer / Construction Manager

NV5 is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer / Construction Manager to support an upcoming public works construction project in Palmdale, California.

We are looking for a motivated professional with a strong background in construction management, field operations, inspection oversight, and delivery of public infrastructure projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• California Registered Professional Civil Engineer (PE) or Certified Construction Manager (CM)


• Minimum 8 years of experience managing similar construction projects


• Experience in public works, civil construction, site development, utilities, concrete improvements, and infrastructure


• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, schedules, and contract administration


• Experience coordinating with municipal agencies, contractors, inspectors, and materials testing personnel


• Ability to manage daily construction operations, change orders, progress payments, and project documentation

Position Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day construction management and field oversight


• Coordinate with the City, contractor, and project stakeholders


• Monitor schedule, quality, safety, and contract compliance


• Supervise construction inspection and materials testing activities


• Review RFIs, submittals, progress payments, and change orders


• Maintain accurate project records and reporting

Location: Palmdale, California

Company: NV5