Senior Assistant Resident Engineer – Civil Construction

WSP; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Principal Assistant Resident Engineer to lead field engineering and inspection on large highway/rail projects in California. The role involves supporting the Resident Engineer and making independent decisions on construction issues across disciplines.

The candidate should hold a California PE license, a BSCE or related degree, and at least 10 years of experience, including 5 as a lead worker. Relocation is not offered, with a strong safety record encouraged.

Qualifications

• BSCE or related Degree.
• Current California PE license.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, 5 of which are as lead worker.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and material.
• Valid CA driver's license.
• Solid written and verbal skills.
• Experience working with railroads.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Responsibilities

• Full understanding of public construction contracts for the state highway system and local agencies
• Responding to and effectively resolving field construction issues
• Conducting meetings between contractor, owner, utilities and other project parties
• Inspecting, documenting, and coordinating field test of construction materials
• Analyzing construction costs of changed conditions, drafting change orders, and recommending claims dispositions
• Preparing constructability reviews and reports
• Assumes responsibility for field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, surveying, and quality control on one large or several small construction projects.
• Supervises field inspection and field office personnel
• Represents projects (clients) at meetings and conferences
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Skills

Leadership

Written and verbal communication

Construction management

Railroad experience

Education

BSCE or related Degree

Job description

WSP is seeking a Principal Assistant Resident Engineer to lead field engineering and inspection on large highway/rail projects in California. The role involves supporting the Resident Engineer and making independent decisions on construction issues across disciplines.

The candidate should hold a California PE license, a BSCE or related degree, and at least 10 years of experience, including 5 as a lead worker. Relocation is not offered, with a strong safety record encouraged.