Resident Engineer - Tunnels

Hatch; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Hatch in Washington, DC is hiring a Resident Engineer - Tunnels to lead on-site structural oversight for a major infrastructure project. You will coordinate with engineers, owners, and contractors, review shop drawings, and help ensure compliance with design intent.

The role emphasizes reinforced concrete/steel structures, excavation support, and construction instrumentation, requiring extensive field presence and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 10+ years of progressive Civil/Heavy Construction experience with a focus on structural engineering.
• Experience in design or construction of concrete structures (earth retaining or cut-and-cover) preferred.
• Licensed PE (DC preferred or ability to obtain).
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs and shop drawings.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Familiar with CAD (AutoCAD) and structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor submissions for conformance with specifications and design intent; coordinate with EORs for approval.
• Assist in reviewing RFIs and RFCs; coordinate with EORs for approval.
• Attend site meetings with Owner, Contractor and Design Team.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication among Owner, Contractor and Design Team.
• Observe and report on construction progress to maintain understanding of issues.
• Assist in development and issue of as-built documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Site presence on construction

Reading plans and specs

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural design software

Job description

Location: Washington, DC, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:101438

Job Category:Infrastructure

Location:Washington,DC,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a Resident Engineer - Tunnels to join our Infrastructure team in Washington, DC. The Redisent Engineer will report to the Design Manager, and will represent the COWI-Hatch Design JV on site and will focus on issues related to structural engineering (reinforced concrete and steel structures), support of excavation, and construction instrumentation.

You will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Review of Contractor submissions (shop drawings, material approvals, work plans etc.) for conformance with specifications and design intent. Coordinate with the appropriate Engineers of Record (EORs) for formal approval.
• Assist in the review of Contractor requests for information (RFIs) and requests for change (RFC). Coordinate with the appropriate EORs for formal approval.
• Attend site meetings with the Owner and Contractor and Design Team.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between the Owner, Contractor and Design Team.
• Observe and report on the progress of the work, as requested by the EORs and as required to maintain an up-to-date and comprehensive understanding of construction issues.
• Proactively communicate and assist in the resolution of issues with the Owner, Contractor and Design Teams.
• Assist in the development, review and issue of as-built documentation.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Civil and Heavy Construction engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
• inimum 3 years of experience in design or construction of concrete structures such as earth retaining or cut-and-cover structures.
• Licensed PE (preferably licensed in Washington DC or having the ability to obtain).
• Thorough understanding of structural design codes including ACI 350.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Familiar with and experienced in the use of general engineering and structural design software.
• Familiarity and experience with CAD (AutoCad) is preferred.
• Must be able to be present and spend long-periods on site, every day, in Washington DC.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on active construction sites including traveling between these sites.
• Available for occasional evening or weekend work.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $115,000 - $140,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Hatch is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our employees. This includes:

• Health and Welfare benefits: Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required), prescription drug, dental, vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings account (with a generous employer contribution); life, accident, and disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP), employee wellness program
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6%, fully vested after three years; additional 3% in profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment (immediately vested)
• Paid Time Away from Work: 3-4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion, prorated in the 1st year based on hire date (up to 2.5 weeks can be carried over per year); 10 paid holidays; 10 sick days per calendar year, with the ability to carry-over sick time to a maximum of 40 days to be used for future FMLA-qualifying events; Partial Paid Parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents

The benefits listed above apply to US-based, full-time permanent applicants only. Hatch reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.