Resident Engineer & PM – Road & Bridge Projects

Metro Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Associates in Northeastern Illinois is seeking a highly experienced Resident Engineer/Construction Project Manager to lead field operations for roadway, highway, and bridge projects. The role focuses on construction oversight, QA/QC, team supervision, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will manage construction engineering activities, ensure compliance with contracts and safety standards, and support project closeout with thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 13+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection and infrastructure project oversight.
• Experience with roadway, highway, or bridge construction engineering.
• Familiarity with state transportation construction standards, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience directing multidisciplinary field teams.
• Effective problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction schedules and track progress to ensure timely project delivery.
• Monitor project budgets and support cost-control measures.
• Supervise field teams including inspectors, technicians, and junior engineering staff.
• Interpret contract plans, technical specifications, and special provisions to guide construction activities.
• Observe, evaluate, and document construction operations and contractor performance.
• Administer quality assurance programs and establish materials testing frequencies.
• Prepare project documentation including progress reports, pay estimates, and contract modifications.
• Ensure quality control reviews are performed on all assigned work and verify accuracy of team deliverables.
• Coordinate with design teams, contractors, public agencies, and clients.
• Support project closeout procedures and final acceptance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Construction Oversight

Field Supervision

Problem Solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

CAD platforms

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Digital documentation systems

Job description

Metro Associates in Northeastern Illinois is seeking a highly experienced Resident Engineer/Construction Project Manager to lead field operations for roadway, highway, and bridge projects. The role focuses on construction oversight, QA/QC, team supervision, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will manage construction engineering activities, ensure compliance with contracts and safety standards, and support project closeout with thorough documentation.