Senior Resident Engineer - Field Construction Leader

HDR, Inc.; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Engineer to read and interpret construction drawings, track daily field activities, and ensure contract compliance across multiple NY counties including Orange, Ulster and Dutchess.

You will manage records, attend progress meetings, and supervise junior staff under the Project Manager’s guidance. The role emphasizes coordination with contractors, QA testing of installed systems, and resolving nonconforming work while maintaining project punch lists and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used.
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance.
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings.
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems.
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected.
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
• Assist with project audit/closeout.
• Work under general supervision of a Project Manager.
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Technology

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Resident Engineer to read and interpret construction drawings, track daily field activities, and ensure contract compliance across multiple NY counties including Orange, Ulster and Dutchess.

You will manage records, attend progress meetings, and supervise junior staff under the Project Manager’s guidance. The role emphasizes coordination with contractors, QA testing of installed systems, and resolving nonconforming work while maintaining project punch lists and