Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer Chicagoland Area – Fully Onsite $120–160K (Depending on Experience) – Full Time with Benefits Take your career to the next level with us R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc. (R.M. Chin) is seeking an experienced, Engineer III / Resident Engineer to join our Transportation group. In this role, you will oversee roadway construction projects and act as the liaison between the client and the contractor. You will manage a staff of 10 individuals amongst different consultants and testing firms to coordinate and ensure the proper inspection and documentation of contractor work activities. Job Duties : Ensure proper construction of transportation related infrastructure. Coordinate with contractors, outside consultants and clients, internal consultants and staff. Proper documentation of all necessary project paperwork using various client web-based project management software. Overseeing a team of 10 staff members ensuring project specifications are being followed. Timely processing of pay estimates and authorizations, and the satisfactory completion of inspectors IDRs and contractor activities. Monitoring of erosion control and environmental measures, the proper installation of MOT measures, and inspection of HMA, PCC, bridge, and wall structures. Oversee and facilitate weekly meetings with clients, contractors, various utilities, and other stakeholders as needed. Serves as a representative of the company and its clients at meetings, presentations, and public hearings relative to assigned projects. Oversees construction oversight efforts to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule, and enforces contractor compliance to plans and specifications. Organize and chair scheduled project progress meetings. Ensure accurate field records are being maintained, such as daily reports, test reports, and as-built drawings. Oversees post-construction phase, final deliverables, reviewing final pay request and punch lists, coordinating final acceptance inspections, tracking of warranties, and preparation of final invoicing. Evaluate, resolve, and provide solutions to contractors and construction inspectors for constructability issues encountered at construction sites. Full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating construction engineering assignments. Acts as on-site liaison between Client, Company Personnel, and Contractor in resolution of project issues. Acts as a specialist in the application of advanced concepts, principles, techniques, and procedures for an assigned area of responsibility. Analyzes complex construction/design problems requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures and consults with design engineering personnel. Qualifications : Education – Bachelor's or Master’s degree in civil engineering, or construction management equivalent from an accredited / ABET institution. Experience – 10 years of construction management experience working both in an office setting and in the field. Licensure - Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required Benefits: Competitive base salary between $120 – 160K, depending on project assignment, experience, skills, and location. Annual bonuses are based on individual and company performance. 401K yearly profit-sharing contribution. PTO. 11 paid holidays, plus 2 floating holidays. Parental leave. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Relevant certifications and continuing education courses reimbursed. Company vehicle, cell phone, and Wi-Fi hot spot. R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc., M/W/DBE/ACDBE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Come be part of our growing team