Resident Engineer - Lisle, IL

Lochner; Lisle (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program

Company Paid Disability

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution

Flexible Work Schedules

Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health

Job summary

Lochner in Lisle, IL is looking for a qualified professional for a full-time Construction Engineer role. This position involves overseeing projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality management in construction activities.

The ideal candidate must have a BS in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience, including a Professional Engineer License in Illinois. Comprehensive benefits and a inclusive work environment are offered, with opportunities for hybrid or remote work.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction engineering and inspection experience on highway, bridge, and transit infrastructure projects.
• At least 5 years working as a resident engineer on projects with increasing size and complexity.
• A valid Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, reviews, and assigns work of construction field office personnel.
• Leads construction meetings with clients and contractors.
• Proactively manages construction changes and claims.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

10+ years of construction engineering and inspection experience

Willingness to work weekends, nights, and swing shifts

Education

BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Professional Engineer License (PE) in the State of Illinois

IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: Lisle, IL 60532
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00

Responsibilities

• Plans, reviews, and assigns work of construction field office personnel including Lochner staff, sub‑consultants and partners
• Reviews project activities with client and contractor's field supervision to resolve disputes and other project issues
• Read and interpret complex contract plans and specifications
• Develops quality plans and performs quality management
• Read and interpret construction contract language
• Monitor Contractor progress and compare with reviewed Progress Schedule
• Review/coordinate and prepare responses to project correspondence, RFIs and technical submittals
• Proactively manages construction changes and claims and work with client to resolve
• Leads construction meetings with clients and contractors
• Assist client and Project Manager with stakeholder coordination
• Work with client and contractor to manage construction budget and schedule
• Assist Project Manager with management of Lochner’s budget, schedule and staffing
• Assist Project Manager to maintain client communications and relationships
• Mentor staff on CEI responsibilities and tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• 10+ years of construction engineering and inspection experience on highway, bridge, and transit infrastructure projects is required.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) in the State of Illinois is required.
• At least 5 years working as a resident engineer on projects with increasing size and complexity.
• IDOT, Tollway, and/or Cook, DuPage, Will Counties projects is preferred.
• IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification is required
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to work weekends, nights, and swing shifts as required on assigned projects
• A valid Driver’s License is required

Benefits

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non‑Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Physical Requirements

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.