HDR · 8 hours ago
Resident Engineer
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. As a Resident Engineer, you will oversee construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications while maintaining accurate records and facilitating communication among stakeholders.
ArchitectureConsulting
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Marshall-Lakin, CIR
Responsibilities
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
Review construction materials for Contract compliance
Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
Assist with project audit/closeout
Work under general supervision of a more-senior Resident Project Representative or Design Project Manager
Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants
Assist in developing and growing our CM/CE&I in New Mexico
Assist in developing a list of viable marketing opportunities and clients development plans
Assist with identifying and pursuing CM/CE&I opportunities locally and regionally
Participate in strategic planning
Develop client relationships to support the growth within the market
Based on current projects and identified CM/CE&I opportunities, develop a hiring and training plan to meet project staffing needs
Take responsibility for coordination, monitoring and improvement of staff technical competencies to meet client needs
Participate in delivery of project services to meet client expectations
Provide oversight and management of construction projects for DOT’s, Municipals Agencies, and utilities
Ensure proper documentation is collected to satisfy client’s documentation requirements
Verify that construction material quality processes are being followed
Provide direction and support to construction inspectors
Review contractor invoices and provide recommendations for pavement to client
Write and issue field orders, initiate change proposals for design team review and approval, estimate cost of changes, negotiate costs with contractors, and recommend acceptance to the Project Manager
Perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
Must be able to work in a team environment
Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
5+ years related or equivalent experience including project management experience preferably with NMDOT / ADOT or other municipalities
NM PE license (AZ if located in Arizona)
Demonstrated leadership skills
Experience with preparing proposals and contracts for public agencies is preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to mentor and manage staff
Experience working as part of a team to successfully deliver construction projects, processes and documents
Commitment to quality improvement and HDR values
Ability to interpret construction schedules
Company
HDR
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