Senior Resident Engineer - Gateway - New Jersey

Poutrix; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 195,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

20 days PTO

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to support the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project, a pivotal initiative enhancing Northeast Corridor mobility. The role involves overseeing construction activities and ensuring compliance while maintaining project schedules and budgets.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 15 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in geotechnical design software. The position offers a competitive salary range of $195,000 – $265,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of related experience in construction contract administration.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain PE registration in New Jersey preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and engineering inspection responsibilities.
• Conduct technical reviews of construction plans and project changes.
• Ensure staff safety and compliance with regulations.
• Monitor contractor performance and schedule adherence.

Skills

Proficiency with geotechnical design programs

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

LPILE

GROUP

FB-MultiPier

Slope/W

Seep/W

DeepEX

PLAXIS

Settle3D

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to support one of the most iconic and consequential infrastructure initiatives in the United States — the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP).

Role Description

The HTP is a critical component of the broader Gateway Program, designed to strengthen mobility, enhance resiliency, and ensure long‑term reliability of the Northeast Corridor. The project encompasses the construction of a new two‑track rail tunnel beneath the Hudson River and the full rehabilitation of the existing 113‑year‑old North River Tunnel. It supports more than 200,000 daily passengers via Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT and serves as a backbone for economic activity and connectivity between New York and New Jersey.

Role Accountabilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and Resident Engineering Inspection responsibilities.
• Conduct technical reviews of construction plans, specifications, and project changes to ensure constructability and practicality.
• Ensure staff safety, regulatory compliance, permit adherence, and effective coordination with regulatory agencies.
• Monitor contractor performance, schedule adherence, and overall effectiveness.
• Influence contractors to meet project objectives related to cost, schedule, and quality standards.
• Administer the contractor payment process and recommend appropriate adjustments based on completed work.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills to guide project progress, maintain safety standards, adhere to scheduling requirements, and facilitate meetings with contractors, clients, local agencies, and community stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management, with coursework and experience in heavy civil and structural work that demonstrate knowledge of geotechnical principles, soil and rock mechanics and testing, and construction methods. A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of related experience in construction contract administration, preferably in the northern New Jersey/NYC area.
• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification (a Professional Engineer registration in State of New Jersey or the ability to obtain PE registration is preferred).

Key Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with commercially available geotechnical design programs for deep and shallow foundations, excavation support systems, and slope stability analysis, such as LPILE, GROUP, FB-MultiPier, Slope/W, Seep/W, DeepEX, PLAXIS, and Settle3D.
• Familiarity with widely used geotechnical manuals and publications, as well as AASHTO, NJDOT, and Amtrak standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits and Compensation

Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions, including medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, and optional benefits such as wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $195,000 – $265,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, including experience, education, project, and location.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Arcadis is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.