Resident Project Engineer NYC Transit

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is hiring an Office Engineer / Resident Project Representative in the New York area. You will read and interpret drawings, track daily activities, review materials for compliance and develop pay estimates.

You will lead progress meetings and supervise junior staff while maintaining meticulous project records. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Construction, 5+ years of multidisciplinary construction experience, and familiarity with contracts, codes, and schedules.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field; combination of education and experience also considered.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor activities, labor, equipment and materials used.
• Review construction materials for contract compliance.
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings.
• Observe installation and testing of completed equipment and systems.
• Identify nonconforming work, develop punch lists and track until corrected.
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
• Assist with project audit/closeout.
• Work under supervision of a Design Project Manager.
• Supervise junior Resident Project Representatives and inspectors.

Skills

Read construction drawings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related

E.I.T. or Professional Engineer (PE) license desirable

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR, Inc. is hiring an Office Engineer / Resident Project Representative in the New York area. You will read and interpret drawings, track daily activities, review materials for compliance and develop pay estimates.

You will lead progress meetings and supervise junior staff while maintaining meticulous project records. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Construction, 5+ years of multidisciplinary construction experience, and familiarity with contracts, codes, and schedules.