Senior Resident Engineer – Transportation Projects (CA)

Unico Engineering Inc; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and Dependent Care FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

UNICO Engineering in California is seeking a Resident Engineer to serve as owner's representative on transportation and related projects. You will attend client and contractor meetings, review plans and specifications, and ensure compliance with project documents.

You will provide project documentation, oversee field inspection, supervise inspection teams, and support cost and schedule control. The role requires clear communication, teamwork, and the ability to direct staff, liaise with clients,

Qualifications

• BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering is required.
• Registered Professional Engineer in California is required.
• 10+ years of industry experience in related discipline (design/field/engineering management) is required.
• 5 years managing construction projects or as a resident engineer for a public agency is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean DMV record.

Responsibilities

• Attend and run client and contractor meetings as owner’s representative.
• Review plans and specifications and ensure compliance with documents.
• Provide project documentation (letters, RFIs, submittals, change orders).
• Oversee field inspection and supervise project inspection teams.
• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance; maintain cost and schedule controls.
• Direct and supervise field construction activities, office engineering, inspection, and staff; liaise with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Strong verbal & written communication

Team leadership

Education

BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering

Job description

UNICO Engineering in California is seeking a Resident Engineer to serve as owner's representative on transportation and related projects. You will attend client and contractor meetings, review plans and specifications, and ensure compliance with project documents.

You will provide project documentation, oversee field inspection, supervise inspection teams, and support cost and schedule control. The role requires clear communication, teamwork, and the ability to direct staff, liaise with clients,