Resident Engineer: Water Construction Oversight

Ramboll; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll US Corporation invites applications for a Resident Engineer to oversee complex construction projects from initiation to completion in the Water US, Construction Management Division. You will lead engineering and construction activities, collaborate with project teams, and ensure alignment with contract documents and design requirements.

The role emphasizes decision‑making, budgeting, and technical problem solving, with opportunities across the Mid-Atlantic, New York City and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Associate's degree or technical school certification in science, math, architecture, computing, technical drafting or other relevant technical curriculum, and 4+ years of qualifying engineering experience.
• Ability to make decisions affecting the cost and performance of the work.
• Advanced degree is a plus.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Municipal and State Agency experience.
• CCM, USACE CQM, CCCA, NICET certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects from start to finish using standard construction techniques.
• Collaborate and evaluate design adaptations applying engineering/construction criteria.
• Direct Construction Superintendents, Project Managers, Foreman, and other staff to comply with contract documents.
• Prepare cash flow calculations from critical path schedule and schedule of values to budget total project cost and monitor progress.

Skills

Construction management

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's or technical degree + 4+ years engineering experience

Job description

Ramboll US Corporation invites applications for a Resident Engineer to oversee complex construction projects from initiation to completion in the Water US, Construction Management Division. You will lead engineering and construction activities, collaborate with project teams, and ensure alignment with contract documents and design requirements.

The role emphasizes decision‑making, budgeting, and technical problem solving, with opportunities across the Mid-Atlantic, New York City and the