Senior Roadway Construction Lead – Hartford (Onsite)

Gannett Fleming; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Wellness programs

401(k) with matching

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation eligible

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in Hartford, CT. This is a full-time, onsite role leading roadway-related transportation projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion on site.

You'll oversee inspection teams, coordinate with contractors and owners, manage RFIs and pay estimates, and ensure compliance with contract documents. Strong communication and field leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• PE license (Connecticut preferred) or NICET Level IV/ASCE Grade V credentials are desirable.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant construction inspection and management experience.
• Experience with roadway, highway, or bridge projects; CTDOT preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality Assurance and technical guidance on complex projects.
• Review/approve monthly pay estimates with Contractors.
• Prepare and review correspondence with Contractors and owner.
• Schedule and oversee testing agencies and field activities.
• Maintain project records and manage RFIs and change orders.
• Lead construction meetings and coordinate inspectors and on-site staff.
• Prepare progress, substantial, and final completion documents.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Construction Management

Project coordination

Leadership & team coordination

Reading & interpreting plans

Contractor coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related

Professional Engineer (PE) license (Connecticut preferred)

NICET Level IV certification

ASCE Grade V

Job description

GFT is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in Hartford, CT. This is a full-time, onsite role leading roadway-related transportation projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion on site.

You'll oversee inspection teams, coordinate with contractors and owners, manage RFIs and pay estimates, and ensure compliance with contract documents. Strong communication and field leadership are essential.