Resident Engineer - Roadway

GFT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs and parental leave

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GFT is seeking a skilled Resident Engineer to manage roadway-related transportation projects. This full-time, onsite role involves leading inspection teams, ensuring project quality, safety, and compliance with all standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of project management experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $260,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction inspection and management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight of complex infrastructure construction projects.
• Manage inspection teams and ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepare and review project documentation and change orders.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Communication

Technical Guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) license (New York preferred)

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in New York, NY. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the field.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

As a Resident Engineer, you’ll lead the oversight of complex infrastructure construction projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life. You’ll manage inspection teams, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with standards and contract documents. Your work will improve roads, bridges, and transit systems, supporting emergency access and economic growth. You'll oversee project documentation, schedule monitoring, testing, and stakeholder communication, while managing RFIs, pay estimates, and closeout activities to keep projects on track.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality Assurance and technical guidance
• Review/Approve monthly pay estimates with contractors
• Prepare/Review correspondence to and from the contractors and owner
• Schedule and oversee testing agencies
• Oversee maintenance of project records
• Facilitate response to contractor Requests for Information
• Coordinate equipment and facility start-up activities
• Conduct and/or facilitate construction meetings
• Coordinate and manage inspectors and on-site personnel
• Prepare/Review change order documents
• Assist Document Control staff with contractor schedule compliance
• Prepare progress reports and Substantial and Final Completion documents

Education and Experience

Education | Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (New York preferred) or one of the following:
  • NICET Level IV certification
  • Meets ASCE Grade V
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction inspection and management including oversight of roadway/highway/bridge infrastructure projects
• Prior experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA, MTA Bridges and Tunnels, or Metro-North Railroad projects
• OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Working knowledge of Project Management Procedures (PMPs) and Project Management Guidelines (PMGs) preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with contractors, owners, subconsultants, designers, and architects
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and construction schedules
• Physically able to work in the field, including navigating uneven terrain, climbing ladders, working at heights, and performing duties in various outdoor weather conditions
• Availability for occasional night and weekend work
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to various sites

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $260,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: New York, NY

Working Hours: Nightshift

Employment Status: Full-time

Salary Range: $140,000 - $260,000; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.