Senior Field Engineer - Construction Oversight & Caltrans

WSP in the U.S.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Bereavement Leave

Voting Leave

Naturalization Proceedings Leave

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to supervise field staff and inspect construction work to ensure compliance with codes and project specifications.

You will manage contract administration, review project documentation, and act as the primary liaison between the client and contractors. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, plus knowledge of Caltrans standards and a valid driver’s license, are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in resident engineering or similar roles.
• Working knowledge of Caltrans standards and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field staff to ensure safety and quality.
• Conduct inspections and verify compliance with codes.
• Manage contract administration and documentation.
• Review project drawings and technical submittals.
• Serve as liaison between client and contractors.

Skills

Construction Management

Contract Administration

Field Engineering

Quality Control

Inspection

Project Scheduling

Caltrans Standards

Budget Management

Staff Supervision

Technical Writing

Shop Drawing Review

Traffic Control Modification

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field

Job description

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to supervise field staff and inspect construction work to ensure compliance with codes and project specifications.

You will manage contract administration, review project documentation, and act as the primary liaison between the client and contractors. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, plus knowledge of Caltrans standards and a valid driver’s license, are required.