Senior Rail & Transit Resident Engineer – On‑Site Leader

Zephyr Rail; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance and Licensure Support

Performance-based Bonuses

Service Awards

Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements

Job summary

Zephyr Rail is seeking a Resident Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. This role is crucial for overseeing quality, safety, and compliance in complex transportation projects. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction management, with supervisory experience. Responsibilities include managing contractor work, coordinating inspections, and ensuring project adherence to standards. The salary ranges from $165,000 to $239,000 annually, with benefits like medical, 401(k), performance bonuses, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in construction management on transit, rail, or transportation projects worth over $30 million.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience managing major construction projects.
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily field activities to verify contractor work meets design intent, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Direct and coordinate inspection staff to ensure proper coverage of construction disciplines.
• Track and document progress, quantities, and schedule compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Project

Procore

Job description

Zephyr Rail is seeking a Resident Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. This role is crucial for overseeing quality, safety, and compliance in complex transportation projects. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction management, with supervisory experience. Responsibilities include managing contractor work, coordinating inspections, and ensuring project adherence to standards. The salary ranges from $165,000 to $239,000 annually, with benefits like medical, 401(k), performance bonuses, and flexible work arrangements.