Resident Engineer | Hudson Tunnel Project

NPAworldwide; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Client-facing role

Growth opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

NPAworldwide is assisting a leading global consultancy in Newark, NJ, to hire a Resident Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project. This landmark program will enhance capacity, safety, and resilience of rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers.

You will oversee TBM design oversight, precast lining, field and office engineering, with a strong focus on safety and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Proven TBM experience and tunneling background.
• Experience with pressurized face TBM mining and segmental lining.
• Strong project management and coordination of multidisciplinary teams.
• Solid knowledge of safety standards and best practices in tunneling.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, supervise, and coordinate technical engineering activities for tunneling.
• Represent Construction Management in daily meetings with the contractor.
• Support senior CM staff with technical input.
• Oversee TBM design, fabrication, and operations review.
• Oversee precast concrete tunnel lining segments delivery and installation.
• Coordinate with project team to meet tunneling schedules and specs.
• Monitor progress, ground conditions, and excavation parameters.
• Review geotechnical/structural monitoring data and ensure safety compliance.
• Prepare progress reports and TBM operation documentation.

Skills

TBM experience

Project management

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs)

Segmental lining design

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

Job Description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Resident Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Resident Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, execution, supervision, and coordination of all technical aspects, office and field engineering assignments including review of plans, schedules, contracts, procedures, and construction methods.
• Represent the Construction Management team during Daily Construction Meetings with the Contractor.
• Support Senior CM Staff with technical input.
• Manage oversight review of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) design, fabrication, and operation during tunneling.
• Manage oversight review of detail design, fabrication, delivery, and installation of precast concrete tunnel lining segments.
• Coordinate with the project team to ensure timely completion of tunneling works according to project specifications.
• Monitor tunneling progress, ground conditions, and excavation parameters.
• Review geotechnical and structural monitoring data.
• Implement safety protocols and quality control measures to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare progress reports, documentation, and reports on TBM operations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions to challenges encountered during tunneling operations.Coordinate with the Outreach Team and Third-Party Stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience working with Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs).
• Tunneling experience, specifically in pressurized face TBM mining, precast concrete segmental lining, and cross passage construction.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of safety standards, regulations, and best practices in tunneling operations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

The estimated starting salary for this position is $170k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability Insurance, 401(k).

We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 150000

Salary Max: $ 200000

Currency Type: USD