Senior Rail Transit Resident Engineer & BD Lead

Greenman-Pedersen Inc; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

Medical/ Dental/ Vision

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. seeks an experienced Resident Engineer to lead rail and transit construction projects in New Jersey, based in Bridgewater.

You will manage field operations, ensure compliance with contract documents, and supervise inspectors while expanding client relationships. You will drive business development with NJ Transit, Amtrak and other agencies, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license preferred (or ability to obtain).
• 10+ years of experience in construction inspection/management, rail or transit focus.
• Proven success in business development, client engagement, or project capture.
• Strong knowledge of rail systems, track work, and associated infrastructure.
• Experience working with agencies such as NJ Transit, Amtrak, or similar.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead Resident Engineer on rail and transit construction projects, overseeing all field operations and inspection activities.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contract documents and regulatory standards.
• Supervise and coordinate field staff, including inspectors and support personnel.
• Act as the primary point of contact with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Drive business development efforts, including maintaining and expanding relationships with NJ Transit, Amtrak, and other agencies; identifying new project opportunities and supporting proposals.
• Assisting in scope development, fee negotiations, and contract execution.
• Provide technical oversight for construction inspection, staging, and rail infrastructure work.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.

Skills

Rail/transit experience

Business development

Leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Project Management Software

Job description

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. seeks an experienced Resident Engineer to lead rail and transit construction projects in New Jersey, based in Bridgewater.

You will manage field operations, ensure compliance with contract documents, and supervise inspectors while expanding client relationships. You will drive business development with NJ Transit, Amtrak and other agencies, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.