Michael Baker International · 14 hours ago
Resident Engineer
Rocky Hill, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expMichael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, and they are seeking a Resident Engineer to lead and oversee transportation and infrastructure construction projects throughout Connecticut. This role requires a hands-on engineering professional who excels in problem-solving and ensures project compliance while delivering high-quality construction outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Assist in positioning the firm to compete for future CTDOT CE&I and operational opportunities through project leadership and client engagement
Serve as the on‑site lead for construction projects, managing daily field operations and acting as the primary point of contact
Oversee contractor activities to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, CTDOT standards, and safety requirements
Review and interpret contract documents, design plans, shop drawings, RFIs, work schedules, and project submittals
Monitor project progress, maintain detailed daily reports, and track quantities, materials, and work activities
Identify and address field issues, providing engineering judgment and recommending solutions to maintain project quality and schedule
Facilitate regular progress meetings with contractors and client representatives; prepare agendas, meeting minutes, and follow‑up action items
Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, field orders, claims, and other required forms and records
Perform inspection oversight to verify work quality, materials testing compliance, and adherence to CTDOT specifications
Support cost estimating, change order evaluations, and negotiation of contractor proposals
Ensure all construction activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Provide leadership to field staff, inspectors, and engineering support personnel
Provide construction engineering support on active projects, with flexibility to assume expanded daily responsibilities as workload dictates
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
10+ years of construction engineering or construction management experience, preferably on transportation and infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of bridge, and highway construction methods and materials
Preferred
Connecticut Professional Engineer licensure and/or CCM certification, preferred
CTDOT CE&I experience, preferred
Experience with project management and construction documentation systems (e.g., AASHTOWare) preferred
Company
Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a Critical Service Provider company.
5001-10000 employees
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