Resident Engineer

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a skilled and experienced Resident Engineer to join our team. The Resident Engineer will primarily provide oversight and construction management activities for major water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pipelines and pump stations. This role involves ensuring compliance with plans and specifications, preparing work according to company standards, and meeting established deadlines. This role will be expected to be onsite full time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review RFIs (Requests for Information) and submittals for compliance with specifications.
• Prepare daily reports, track schedule compliance, manage material testing, and special inspection activities.
• Interface with the public, regulatory, and permitting agencies, ensuring compliance with SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Supervise inspectors and review as-built contractor drawings monthly.
• Manage startup activities and commissioning processes.
• Review technical plans and specifications for compliance with the owner and contractor.
• Review and recommend approval of monthly pay applications for work completed.
• Support business development by attending pre-proposal meetings and interviews.
• Review and manage contractors' schedules, providing monthly reviews and recommendations to the owner.
• Support the Project Manager with various technical activities and reviews.
• Understand construction management activities, risks, and the importance of documentation.
• Comprehend contract laws associated with construction management, including the Public Contract Code.
• Manage construction management budgets and construction budgets, including reviewing and recommending approval of contractors' monthly pay applications and contract change orders.
• Understand overall project construction budgets, review and approve daily extra work tags, and understand their impact on contract project budgets.
• Contact peers and colleagues for potential hires.
• Provide performance reviews of assigned inspectors.
• Model successful behaviors and activities consistent with good construction management practices.
• Lead the project construction team for successful project completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college or university required.
• Working knowledge of standard Division I specifications and their application.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in construction management or engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and engineering and inspection-related software.
• Ability to interact professionally both internally and externally at all levels of an organization.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a valuable team member.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $80,000 to $120,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.
Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.