Resident Engineer (Heavy Highway Experience)

French & Parrello Associates; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

401k

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our Newark, NJ or Camden, NJ Construction Engineering team. You will oversee field inspection on heavy highway projects, review submittals, and coordinate with Project Managers and field staff to ensure contract compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a New Jersey PE license (or NICET III/IV), a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, and at least eight years of inspection experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited civil engineering program.
• Experience performing construction inspection on NJ agency projects.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Resident Engineer on New Jersey Agency projects and perform on-site inspection for heavy highway projects.
• Review cost estimates and project submittals.
• Oversee field inspection staff and coordinate with Project Managers.
• Travel to project sites as required and ensure daily operations meet contract documents.

Skills

Construction inspection

Field leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Newark, NJ or Camden, NJ, US
French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our growing Construction Engineering Department in Newark, NJ or Camden, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to oversee inspection activities for heavy highway projects, coordinate with project teams, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

Newark, NJ or Camden, NJ, US
French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our growing Construction Engineering Department in Newark, NJ or Camden, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to oversee inspection activities for heavy highway projects, coordinate with project teams, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.
Recognized year after year as one of NJBIZ’s Best Places to Work in New Jersey, FPA is committed to creating a culture where talented professionals are empowered to grow, collaborate, and succeed. In 2026, FPA was ranked #49 on Zweig’s Hot Firm List, recognizing the firm among the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms in the United States and Canada. Our continued growth is driven by our investment in our people, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering innovative solutions for the communities we serve.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience serving as a Resident Engineer and performing construction inspection on New Jersey agency projects. This individual will oversee field inspection staff, review cost estimates and project submittals, and verify that daily contractor operations comply with contract documents.
This role offers the opportunity to provide field leadership on significant heavy highway projects while coordinating closely with Project Managers and other project personnel. The Resident Engineer will maintain accurate project records and support construction activities in both field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Resident Engineer on New Jersey Agency projects and perform on-site inspection for heavy highway projects.
• Assist in the review of Cost Estimates and project submittals.
• Oversight of additional inspection staff in the field.
• Coordinate with Project Managers.
• Travel to projects sites when required.
• Perform office related work when not performing construction inspection.
• Ensure daily contractor operations are in accordance with Contract Documents
• Keep organized and up to date project files.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Civil Engineering school required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the State of New Jersey or valid NICET III/IV Certification required.
• Experience performing construction inspection on prior New Jersey Agency projects.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Resident Engineer.
• Advanced ability to read and understand Contract Documents.
• Ability to pass a TWIC Background Check.
• Ability to perform night work, if required.
  

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  

Don't meet every qualification? At FPA, we recognize that great candidates bring diverse experiences and perspectives. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your experience may be exactly what we need for this role or another opportunity within our growing team.

The FPA Difference

Large firms offer scale. FPA offers opportunity.
For more than 50 years, French & Parrello Associates (FPA) has been delivering innovative engineering solutions that shape communities, improve infrastructure, and support regional growth. As an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm, FPA combines the technical capabilities and expertise of a larger organization with the collaboration, accessibility, and personal investment of a close-knit team.
At FPA, engineers are empowered to take ownership of their work, collaborate across disciplines, and experience the full project lifecycle. Your career is not defined by one task or limited to one area of expertise. Instead, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and develop the experience needed to grow into future engineering leadership roles.
Our multidisciplinary approach allows team members to see the bigger picture, collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines, and understand how their work impacts the communities we serve. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement because we believe the success of our employees drives the continued success of our firm.
At FPA, you are not just designing infrastructure, you are helping build a growing organization while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement plans. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $140,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, qualifications, and skill set. FPA recognizes and rewards performance through an annual bonus program.