Senior Resident Engineer, Construction QA Lead

GEI Consultants; Sunset Hills (MO, IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Continuing Education Assistance

Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Staff Engineer specializing in Construction Quality Assurance in Illinois. This pivotal role includes leading inspection teams for various construction projects and requires extensive civil engineering experience and strong communication skills. Applicants should be well-versed in project management software and capable of remote work while managing multiple tasks. This position promises a competitive compensation package and a collaborative work environment alongside professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of civil engineering experience.
• Experience with large concrete demolition and finishing projects.
• Working knowledge of construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction inspection teams on medium to large projects.
• Develop and implement Quality Control and Safety Plans.
• Coordinate with project participants for issue resolution.

Skills

Civil Engineering experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Conflict resolution

Remote working capability

Education

Engineer in Training

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Staff Engineer - Construction Quality Assurance

EngineeringSt. Louis,MissouriHamilton,IllinoisQuincy,IllinoisKeokuk,IowaBurlington,Illinois
Salary: USD 75000.00 - 80000.00 Annually

We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer, familiar with mass-poured concrete, to support a dam reconstruction project in the Midwest.

This position will conduct quality assurance inspections, coordinate with contractors, support our design teams with constructability reviews, and support our office staff with the production and review of deliverables.

• Act as Resident Engineer on medium ‑ to large ‑ scale infrastructure projects such as dams, levees, pipelines, pump stations, canals, wells, and recharge facilities.
• Work well with GEI staff, contractors, and sub ‑ consultants—across functions like inspection, QA/QC, surveying, materials testing, document control, cost/schedule analysis, and compliance.
• Implement project Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Health & Safety plans.
• Coordinate with clients, designers, and contractors to resolve issues related to cost, schedule, procurement, quality, compliance, and change management.
• Provide progress updates and relay client needs to GEI teams while being client-facing.
• Aid in preparing scopes, schedules, level ‑ of ‑ effort estimates, and fees for Resident Engineering services.
• Support related services such as risk management, dispute resolution, and claims analysis.
• Assist engineering teams with constructability reviews, construction methods, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Support administrative and operations teams with project reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years with major concrete demo, pours, and finishing.
• Strong communication, writing, leadership, and conflict ‑ resolution abilities.
• Able to work independently and remotely with consistent productivity.
• Familiar with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, and common construction ‑ management software.
• Able to factor cost, schedule, quality, and safety into decisions.
• Must complete required GEI construction ‑ safety training.
• Physically able to perform site inspections.
• Willing to travel up to 80%.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Certifications

• Professional Engineer License in good standing. Illinois preferred, with an ability to obtain Michigan license within 6 months of hire.
• 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Training Course, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, Subparts C, E, M, P, and X
• 8-Hour Managers and Supervisors Course (SHSC), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(4)
• USACE CQM for Contractors Certification, and working knowledge of the three phases of control.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

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