Senior Transportation Resident Engineer - Seattle Infrastructure

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 142,000 - 249,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan
Stock purchase plan
Unlimited PTO (PPTO)
Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Resident Engineer (Transportation/Transit) to supervise road and infrastructure works in Seattle, WA.

You will lead on-site teams, manage interface with clients and designers, and ensure construction aligns with contract and permitting requirements. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 10+ years in similar roles, with preference for experience on Puget Sound projects and familiarity with alternative delivery

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related.
  • 10+ years of experience as a Resident Engineer, Project Manager or Construction Manager in engineering, environmental or construction.
  • Experience with alternative delivery contracts (GCCM, DB, PDB) is preferred.
  • Proven experience on large transportation projects in Puget Sound area.
  • Strong knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management and client relations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide on-site oversight of the construction process to meet contract and permitting requirements.
  • Lead a team of inspectors and support staff to monitor progress and safety.
  • Report progress, safety, financials, quality and changes in the contract work.
  • Maintain trusted relationships with project team, contractor and client staff.
  • Ensure safe construction practices and high-quality outcomes on site.

Skills

Stakeholder interface management
Team leadership
Construction supervision
On-site oversight

Education

BSc Civil Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

GCCM
DB
PDB

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Resident Engineer (Transportation/Transit) to supervise road and infrastructure works in Seattle, WA.

You will lead on-site teams, manage interface with clients and designers, and ensure construction aligns with contract and permitting requirements. The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 10+ years in similar roles, with preference for experience on Puget Sound projects and familiarity with alternative delivery

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