Resident Engineer - Roadway

The Resident Engineer will manage the daily observation of the contractor operations for roadway and drainage related transportation projects in Region 8, with a focus on work in Rockland and Orange Counties. Projects

aim to improve roadway conditions and includes drainage enhancements to address stormwater management and reduce flooding risks.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily observation of the contractor operations for a rail related transportation project in the Long Island.
• To be the field point of contact for the client and all project stakeholders.
• Manage and supervise an assigned field office typically consisting of inspectors, community liaison and office engineer. 
• The RE conducts reviews and verifications of construction schedules; baseline and updates, in coordination with the client.  
• Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning.
• Assist in the preparation and negotiations of construction change orders and the preparation of weekly / monthly project reports.
• Review payment vouchers from contractor.
• Review manning reports, payroll certifications and other labor documentation from the contractor.
• Chair project progress meetings and distributes meeting minutes.
• Responsible for site safety, permit compliance and coordination with other adjacent projects. 
• Monitor Contractor compliance with the Contractor’s Safety and Health Plan and with specific Safe Work Plans.
• Monitor and ensures Contractor’s compliance with the approved Contractor’s Quality Plan.
• Work with the Contractor to minimize disruptions to the public.
• Log and coordinate with the designer to respond to Contractors’ submittals, RFI's and shop drawings.
• Prepare a punch list with the owner upon completion of the project.
• Solve complex challenges relating to project schedule and budget as an effective member of the project Team (Owner, Gannett Fleming and Contractors).
• Perform Project Manager type responsibilities such as overseeing field personnel timesheets, vacation /leave, and general personnel issues that may arise as well as project budget, cost to complete analysis; liaise between contractor and the client agency; maintain comprehensive project history files; review project documents in-depth to handle construction and design issues; and prepare change orders, project correspondence, and reports. 
• Perform routine assignments requiring application of spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• Professional Engineer license in NYS.
• 10+ years of experience in RE activities and managing construction field teams.
• Experience in NYSDOT, NYSTA, MTA-Bridge & Tunnel or Metro North Railroad construction projects.
• Project Management Procedures (PMP’s) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG’s) familiarity a plus.
• Candidate must have the ability to drive.
• OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required.

Life at Gannett Fleming

For more than 100 years, we’ve been a leader in global infrastructure solutions with a focus on planning, design, technology, and construction management services for a diverse array of markets and disciplines. Across more than 60 offices, 2,500+ highly qualified professionals are united in an unyielding commitment to deliver excellence to every client and every project, every day.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans status or other characteristics protected by law. 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE: Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location: Orange County, NY
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time
Internal Requisition ID: 2025-11681

Salary Range: $114,000 - $175,000 - Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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