Senior Resident Engineer (Highway / Interstate)

AECOM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Flexible work options.

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Resident Engineer (Highway / Interstate) in Chicago, IL. This role involves leading and supervising construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets while maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate will hold a BA/BS in Civil Engineering or a related field, have at least 6 years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $155,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in engineering or construction management.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with highway and interstate construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise roadway and bridge construction projects.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery from pre-construction to closeout.
• Document contract compliance and recommend actions to clients.

Skills

Project Delivery

Contract Compliance

Quality Assurance

Client Interactions

Education

BA/BS in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we are committed to delivering a better world by improving infrastructure across communities worldwide. We partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build enduring legacies.

Job Description

Resident Engineer (Highway / Interstate) – Chicago, IL. This role focuses on providing technical direction, mentoring staff, ensuring project success through effective supervision of field activities, maintaining client relationships, and adhering to budget and schedule requirements. You will lead and supervise a consultant team on roadway and bridge construction projects, contributing to the growth of the Chicago area and the broader transportation network.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Delivery and Leadership: Responsible for safe, on‑time, on‑budget, high‑quality project delivery from Pre‑Construction through closeout, providing day‑to‑day leadership.
• Contract Compliance and Documentation: Verify and document contract compliance, interpret project drawings and specifications, and recommend actions to the client. Review and route deliverables such as submittals, RFIs, work plans, schedules, and meeting minutes.
• Coordination and Communication: Coordinate contractors’ work activities, chair internal and external project meetings, and actively participate in the invoice review process. Communicate project status to clients and stakeholders.
• Closeout and Reporting: Assist with project closeout activities including processing documentation, warranties, O&Ms, punch lists, and final change management and invoicing. Develop and maintain logs and reports for project reporting.
• Quality Assurance and Client Interaction: Conduct Quality Assurance inspections with construction contractors and support client interaction and coordination among internal and external stakeholders.
• Mitigating and Resolving Construction Issues: Proactively identify and address issues to prevent delays or rework, providing solutions that meet client expectations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS degree + 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering or a construction‑related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Highway and Interstate construction experience.
• IDOT documentation of contract quantities.
• 7+ years DOT construction experience.
• Professional Engineer license.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

To support a secure hiring process, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, and location. The range for this position is $110,000 to $155,000 per year.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan. Eligibility depends on employment status.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM believes in your potential and is here to help you achieve it. All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10154265

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Construction

Work Location Model: On‑Site

Compensation: USD 110,000 – USD 155,000 per year