Resident Engineer at KSE Engineering PC The KSE Group

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

90.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Construction Inspection, Quality Assurance, Oversight, Constructability Reviews, Technical Analysis, Change Order Processing, Time Management, Computer Skills, Mathematical Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Mentoring, Cost Control, Progress Control

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description KSE is a mid-size construction management and engineering firm ranking in the ENR Top 100 for CM and ENR Top 500 for design services. With seven offices across four states (NY, NJ, PA and CT), the firm has been providing transportation and public infrastructure construction services for more than three and half decades. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Position: Resident Engineer Reports to: Project Manager Job Summary: The Resident Engineer will manage projects for the Project/Construction Management group. In this role, will lead Resident Engineering Inspection teams on Capital Infrastructure projects in transportation (Highways and Bridges) construction projects. Collaborate with client and business development teams with the goal of supporting Construction Management pursuits and proposals. Technical Responsibilities: - Responsible for the supervision of the construction inspection of various types of construction projects and enforcing safety and quality requirements.. - Serves as the Owner's direct on-site representative to the contractor. - Duties include direct supervision of a project's construction engineering/inspection staff, performing quality assurance and oversight of the work in progress and ensuring that the project is constructed in general conformance with the contract plans and specifications. - Responsible for performing constructability reviews of design documents; analyzing all technical aspects of construction, reviewing and recommending major construction changes, and supervising construction inspection activities for all phases of the project lifecycle. - Participates in project meetings and planning sessions. - Review and process RFI’s, submittals, change orders, as-built quantities, and contractor’s payments - Possesses strong supervisory and technical skills; effective time-management skills; strong computer skills; strong mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to mentor staff in functional areas of technical construction inspection activities. - Assigns, instructs, and directs project staff in their work of inspection of the materials and work procedures involved. - Possesses an understanding of the equipment, materials and methods utilized by contractors and confirms that these methods conform to the applicable contract plans and specifications. - Perform construction inspection and administrative services for cost control, progress control and quality control. - Prepares and maintains all required reports and verifies that the assigned project has been fully documented. - Receives and investigates complaints and inquiries from property owners, citizens, and public officials. - Represents the owner in dealings with the contractor and public agencies on the local, county, and state levels. - Directs the activities of sub-consultants and other KSE Departments. - Is proficient in software required to complete assigned projects. - Responsive to Client and other KSE Managers/needs. Administrative Responsibilities: - Identifies out-of-scope work. - Monitors invoice ability of self and assigned staff to verify compliance with established goals. - Familiar with all company policies and procedures and verifies implementation and compliance. - Completes time sheet on a daily basis. - Verifies that assigned staff have been provided with correct time charge information. - Develops and/or assists in developing training program for staff. Requirements Education and Experience: - Bachelors of science degree, preferably in Engineering, Architectural, or Construction Management - Ten (10) years of roadway / bridge experience, at least half of which has been at the Resident Engineer level Professional Licenses/Registrations: - Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of New Jersey, or - NICET Level IV certification from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. - OSHA 30 preferred Physical Requirement: - Fit for highway construction inspection. - Possible night shift and weekend work on an emergency basis. - Ability to work in diverse weather conditions - Extended periods of standing and walking, possibly on uneven or challenging terrains - Climbing, bending, kneeling - Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor construction activities and ensure they adhere to safety protocols and engineering requirements - Lift up to and carry up to 25 lbs. General Qualities: - Capable of leading, training, inspiring, and motivating the staff. - Provides technical and management support to the Department Manager/Regional Manager/Project Manager. - Has full technical and administrative responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating projects/assignments. - Manages a major complex project and/or several routines/fewer complex projects. KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Resident Engineer manages projects for the Construction Management group, leading Resident Engineering Inspection teams on Capital Infrastructure projects, primarily in transportation (Highways and Bridges) construction. Key duties involve supervising construction inspection, enforcing safety and quality requirements, and acting as the Owner's direct on-site representative to the contractor.