Resident Construction Engineer

GHD

. Act as the owner's or firm's full-time on-site representative .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing construction projects, ensuring compliance with contracts, specifications, and safety regulations while effectively leading teams and coordinating with stakeholders. Proficient in evaluating change orders, tracking project budgets, and conducting inspections to guarantee quality and timely project delivery.

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Construction ManagementProject Budget TrackingChange Order EvaluationQuality AssuranceOSHA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Construction ContractsChange ManagementField InspectionsQuantity VerificationRisk ManagementDocument ManagementSite Safety ComplianceProgress ReportingClaims ResolutionProject Scheduling

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationNegotiationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ProcorePrimavera P6MS ProjectBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Certified Construction Manager (CCM)Project Management Professional (PMP)OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Industry Keywords

Public Works ProjectsDOTMunicipalWater/WastewaterFederal ProjectsEnvironmental ComplianceDBE/MBE Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the owner's or firm's full-time on-site representative
Deliver the project on schedule, within budget, to specification, and safely
Supervise field inspectors, assistant resident engineers, and field office staff
Administer construction contracts and enforce plans, specifications, and contract terms
Review and process submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders
Evaluate change order requests, negotiate cost and schedule impacts, and recommend approval
Verify quantities and review monthly pay applications against work in place
Document and help resolve claims, disputes, and differing site conditions
Manage daily site activities and inspect work for conformance
Direct quality assurance, materials testing, and special inspections
Issue non-conformance reports and verify corrective actions
Interpret field drawings and coordinate clarifications with the engineer of record
Review contractor schedules, identify delays, and support recovery planning
Track project budgets, contingencies, cost forecasts, progress, risks, and issues
Monitor OSHA and site safety compliance and stop unsafe work
Ensure compliance with permits, environmental requirements, and agency conditions
Track prevailing wage and DBE/MBE requirements where applicable
Maintain daily reports, photo records, meeting minutes, and correspondence files
Lead weekly progress meetings with contractors, designers, and stakeholders
Coordinate with utilities, agencies, and the public regarding traffic control and impacts
Conduct completion inspections and manage punch lists
Collect as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final releases
Support commissioning and turnover to the owner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
8+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in a resident engineer, construction manager, or field engineering role
Working knowledge of construction contracts, specifications, and change management
Valid driver's license
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within 12 months (preferred)
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP certification (preferred)
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (preferred)
Experience on public works projects such as DOT, municipal, water/wastewater, or federal projects (preferred)
Familiarity with Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, and Bluebeam (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and flexibility
Equal employment opportunities
Diverse and multicultural workforce