RESIDENT ENGINEER

2 weeks ago

IL United States HR Green Full time
Join our team Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing ourselves as a trusted partner for our colleagues, clients, and communities alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. As a leading player in the industry, we're proud to be ranked No. 168 on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms list in 2023. Our unwavering dedication to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment has earned us the distinguished honor of being recognized as a Best Place to Work.

At HR Green, construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services are not a mere afterthought provided by personnel whose true specialty is design. Helping our clients through the critical construction phase is so important, that we established an entire practice within our company to specialize in this discipline.

SUMMARY

Responsible for the efficient management, execution, and quality assurance of large Transportation Construction projects. Generally, manages projects over $500K in fee and involving complex plan preparation. May supervise others to evaluate in-place work elements, materials, design details and project related conditions to advise our clients on the recommended course of action to successfully complete projects. All assignments require the use of independent judgment, and this individual is considered a subject matter expert in the functional areas of their projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Understands and interprets local, state, and/or federal Standard Specifications and Procedures. Answers questions from the contractor and exercises independent judgment when making decisions to apply standards or modify construction plans to fit actual field conditions. Mediates disputes that arise from the interpretation or enforcement of standards.
  • Utilizes subject matter expertise to identify the root cause of construction defects caused by design flaws, material installation, or site condition. Addresses complex construction issues such as structural issues, mass earthwork, roadway geometries, roadway closure, substitute materials, and utility relocation. Proactively advises client and contractor on the recommended course of action to resolve problems.
  • Promotes value engineering by analyzing and evaluating a contractor's proposal for alternative solutions outside of specs/plan.
  • Anticipates necessary work outside of the contract scope. Provides counsel to the client and key stakeholders regarding new approaches and to address problems, materials and methods that could contribute to a better project outcome, speed up the construction schedule, mitigate potential future risk, contribute to an efficient jobsite, or save money.
  • Builds and fosters ongoing relationships with clients. Communicates with client and contractor to make recommendations and resolve challenges related to the project schedule, plan changes, and additional costs. Mediates project related matters with the contractor on behalf of the client.
  • Manage relations with groups including government agencies, employees, residents, business owners, and the community to help build and maintain positive relationships with the public. Help clients maintain a positive image and identity.
  • Responsible for the financial stewardship of the client by interpreting quality control checks, assisting in the development of the pay estimate, quantifying pay items on projects and settling accounting disputes with the contractor on behalf of our client. Can use independent discretion to recommend withholding payment from the contractor on work that does not conform to specs.
  • Applies advanced engineering knowledge of the material and theoretical properties of constructed work elements and the engineering behavior of soils, water, and structures to provide guidance for quality assurance methods, procedures, standards, and technical training related to site design and construction.
  • Observes and documents the contractor's work to record that it is being completed in conformance with the plans and specifications, contract documents, and applicable local, state, and/or federal regulatory requirements. Performs quality assurance checks and advises contractor of the best course of action when work or materials are not in compliance with requirements.
  • Perform Constructability Reviews which includes identifying generic, outdated, or nonbuildable elements and makes recommendations to designer.
  • Provides day-day direction and supervision to subordinate staff and evaluates their performance. 12. Plans, coordinates, and supervises the work of subconsultants to enforce the project scope and approve invoices for payment.
  • Leads progress meetings and attends city board meetings with the client, HR Green staff, and other key stakeholders.
  • Quickly reacts to complex situations with the client or projects as they arise. Makes on the spot decisions using independent discretion and judgement.
  • Performs yield checks, depth checks, and utility testing. Performs basic construction layout work (including bench circuits and providing line and grade for various construction elements). Additionally, be proficient in the use of computers and word processing software (Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Assists in the development of the budget/contract, processes RFI's, change orders and maintains neat and accurate project documentation (field book notes and measurements, field reports, project binders, etc.) for large projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or equivalent in Engineering is required. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience managing construction projects with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role working with moderately complex construction plans is required.
  • Heavy DOT and Toll Road experience is preferred.
  • Experience working on transportation and/or water construction jobs exceeding $10 million is preferred.
  • Previous supervisory/management experience and outstanding conflict resolution skills are preferred.
  • Familiarity with documentation requirements and inspection procedures is preferred.
  • Understands complex construction issues, including structural issues, mass earthwork, and roadway geometry.
  • Understands basic surveying, including horizontal and vertical control.
  • Understands material terminology and design.
  • Excellent time management, communication, and technical skills are required.
  • Must have received training on equipment commonly used in the generation of engineering-related tests and analysis.
  • Must possess knowledge of MS Office suite of products.

EXTENT OF AUTHORITY AND RESONING ABILITY

As an extension of the client, this position is authorized to make significant decisions on their behalf (change plans, specs, quantities, pay items,). This position is authorized to exercise a high degree of discretion when working with the client, contractor and public. May make and implement decisions impacting the project or stakeholder relations without direction from a supervisor. Decisions made can significantly affect a company or client's ability to realize financial loss or gain on a project. Can authorize work stoppages, refuse payment to contractors and alter the contractor's schedule upon approval from the client.

RELATIONSHIP TO OTHERS

The position reports directly to a Construction Project Manager, Construction Manager or Group Manager and may direct other staff for assigned projects

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

P.E. license is preferred. The employee must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business and maintain a valid driver's license in the state of residence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, snow, rain) for extended periods of time and stand for 8 to 12 hours per day. This work requires standing on uneven terrain. Employees must also be able to and lift and move a minimum of 30 lbs. (concrete cylinders), sit, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands or arms. Hand eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and other office equipment as required. The employee is also required to kneel, crouch, and bend. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, bereavement leave, 401(k) with company matching, long term disability and short-term disability, and paid parental leave.

We also offer tuition reimbursement, professional license & registration reimbursement, professional development, employee assistance program and paid time off to volunteer.

https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/benefits/

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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