Resident Engineer/Project Manager

Saunders Staffing Agency; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Saunders Staffing Agency is seeking a seasoned Resident Engineer/Project Manager to oversee construction engineering activities and field personnel for major infrastructure projects.

You will lead inspection teams, ensure contract compliance, and maintain safety and quality standards, coordinating between design teams, contractors, and public agencies. 15+ years of civil construction oversight is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 13+ years in construction inspection and infrastructure oversight (highway, roadway, or bridge experience preferred).
• Deep familiarity with state transportation standards and digital reporting systems.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving; proficiency in MS Office and CADD platforms.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inspectors, technicians, and junior staff to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Monitor construction schedules, track progress, and manage budgets to ensure timely completion.
• Administer quality assurance programs, interpret technical specifications, and verify the accuracy of all team deliverables.
• Prepare progress reports, pay estimates, and contract modifications while supporting final project closeout.
• Act as the primary liaison between design teams, contractors, and public agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

MS Office

CADD platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

About the job Resident Engineer/Project Manager

Position Overview

Saunders Staffing Agency is seeking a seasoned professional to manage construction engineering activities and field personnel. You will oversee inspection teams, ensure contract compliance, and maintain safety and quality standards across major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise inspectors, technicians, and junior staff to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Project Oversight: Monitor construction schedules, track progress, and manage budgets to ensure timely completion.
• Quality & Compliance: Administer quality assurance programs, interpret technical specifications, and verify the accuracy of all team deliverables.
• Documentation: Prepare progress reports, pay estimates, and contract modifications while supporting final project closeout.
• Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between design teams, contractors, and public agencies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 13+ years in construction inspection and infrastructure oversight (highway, roadway, or bridge experience preferred).
• Expertise: Deep familiarity with state transportation standards and digital reporting systems.
• Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and proficiency in MS Office and CADD platforms.
• Licensure: PE License is highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Confidentiality: This is a confidential search. Please do not repost or distribute this description without explicit authorization from Saunders Staffing Agency.