Roadway Resident Engineer: Field Project Leader

Gannett Fleming; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Roadway to lead complex roadway construction projects in the field, ensuring quality, safety and timely delivery. You will manage inspection teams, coordinate with contractors and owners, and oversee documentation, testing, RFIs, pay estimates, and closeout activities to keep projects on track.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE license preferred in CT, 8+ years of roadway/highway project experience, OSHA 30, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• PE license preferred (CT).
• 8+ years of construction inspection/management experience on road/highway/bridge projects.
• Experience with CTDOT or regional agencies preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Familiarity with Project Management Procedures (PMP/PMGs) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication for collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality Assurance and technical guidance.
• Review/Approve monthly pay estimates with Contractors.
• Prepare/Review correspondence with Contractors and owner.
• Schedule and oversee testing agencies.
• Oversee maintenance of project records.
• Facilitate responses to RFIs and manage change orders.
• Coordinate equipment start-up and site activities.
• Conduct construction meetings and manage inspectors on-site.
• Prepare progress reports and completion documents.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Contractor coordination

Field inspection

Communication skills

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Professional Engineer (PE) license (CT preferred)

NICET Level IV certification

ASCE Grade V

OSHA 30-hour certification

PM/PMG knowledge

Job description

GFT in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Roadway to lead complex roadway construction projects in the field, ensuring quality, safety and timely delivery. You will manage inspection teams, coordinate with contractors and owners, and oversee documentation, testing, RFIs, pay estimates, and closeout activities to keep projects on track.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE license preferred in CT, 8+ years of roadway/highway project experience, OSHA 30, and