Senior Civil Engineer

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Chelsea, MA, is seeking a Resident Engineer to supervise inspection and administration for construction and rehabilitation of waterworks and wastewater facilities. You will monitor contractor compliance, maintain field files, and document daily activities to ensure quality and regulatory adherence.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, several years of experience, and supervisory or PM exposure; MWRA offers a mission-driven team and opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• At least four (4) years of civil engineering experience.
• At least one (1) year of supervisory or project management experience on construction projects or ability to complete MWRA Supervisory development program within 6 months.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License.
• Successful completion of MWRA training program on Construction Management (when available).

Responsibilities

• Acts as resident engineer on construction projects. Monitors and documents contractor compliance with construction documents, MWRA procedures and policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable engineering standards.
• Maintains field project files for each construction contract. All project documentation is complete, up-to-date, and in accordance with MWRA policies and procedures.
• Keeps a daily diary for each construction contract, recording contractual work related to the project, weather conditions, and list of visitors, change orders and claims in accordance with MWRA procedures.
• Maintains quantity control ledgers to substantiate partial and final pay estimates submitted by contractors. Reviews contractor pay estimates, and final payment and construction closeout documents in a timely manner. Prepares accurate redlined drawings for record drawings.
• Coordinates contractor activities; assists in change order process; reviews contractor schedules and provides monthly progress report; schedules and documents meetings; verifies and documents contractor compliance with permits, labor standards, and grant conditions.
• Provides technical assistance to field staff to ensure compliance with construction documents, MWRA work procedures, and assists with performance appraisals.
• Participates in preparation and maintenance of line drawings and sketches, documenting actual construction work.
• Works with design team to ensure that engineering document/construction contract issues are reviewed for constructability and maintainability at the 30, 60, and 90 percent design submittals.
• Assists in the resolution of difficult administrative and engineering problems and supervises material quantities and project costs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary

As a Resident Engineer, provides supervision of inspection and administration for construction and/or rehabilitation improvements of Waterworks and Wastewater facilities and infrastructure.

Posting Period

9/17/2026 to 9/30/2026

Location

Chelsea, MA

Salary

$91,987.22 - $128,126.95 annually; $1,768.98 - $2,463.98 weekly

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as resident engineer on construction projects. Monitors and documents contractor compliance with construction documents, MWRA procedures and policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable engineering standards.
• Maintains field project files for each construction contract. All project documentation is complete, up-to-date, and in accordance with MWRA policies and procedures.
• Keeps a daily diary for each construction contract, recording contractual work related to the project, weather conditions, and list of visitors, change orders and claims in accordance with MWRA procedures.
• Maintains quantity control ledgers to substantiate partial and final pay estimates submitted by contractors. Reviews contractor pay estimates, and final payment and construction closeout documents in a timely manner. Prepares accurate redlined drawings for record drawings.
• Coordinates contractor activities; assists in change order process; reviews contractor schedules and provides monthly progress report; schedules and documents meetings; verifies and documents contractor compliance with permits, labor standards, and grant conditions.
• Provides technical assistance to field staff to ensure compliance with construction documents, MWRA work procedures, and assists with performance appraisals.
• Participates in preparation and maintenance of line drawings and sketches, documenting actual construction work.
• Works with design team to ensure that engineering document/construction contract issues are reviewed for constructability and maintainability at the 30, 60, and 90 percent design submittals.
• Assists in the resolution of difficult administrative and engineering problems and supervises material quantities and project costs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field; and
• At least four (4) years of civil engineering experience and
• At least one (1) year of supervisory or project management experience on construction projects or ability to complete the MWRA Supervisory development program within 6 months; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License.
• Successful completion of MWRA training program on Construction Management (when available).

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering.
• Understanding of issues related to design, construction and operation of waterworks or wastewater systems and facilities.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a project team and also to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts Laws including MGL Chapter 30 and Chapter 149 construction regulations.
• Familiarity with computer software packages such as Word and Excel.

Tools and Equipment Used

Office equipment as normally associated with the use of telephone, personal computer including word processing and other software, copy and fax machine.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and to use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, including office equipment, controls. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee may be required frequently to lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee at times works near moving mechanical parts, and is at times exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and is at times exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat or extreme cold, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud in a field setting and moderately quiet in an office setting.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the Construction Coordinator.

Exercises close supervision over a small staff of field employees including inspectors.

Other Position Information

PCR: 5525076

Division: Operations

Department: Engineering & Construction

Union/Grade: MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 23

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.