Construction Resident Engineer

The Construction Resident Engineer will serve as the on-site representative of the project management team, managing day-to-day construction activities and supporting delivery across schedule, budget, safety, and compliance priorities.

Location and Salary

Location: Newark, NJ (onsite)

Compensation: USD 80 to 95 per hour

Additional compensation details: Minimum $160,000/yr and maximum $195,000/yr. Exact compensation will be determined based on the individual candidate’s qualifications and location.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the client’s on-site representative throughout construction.
• Monitor daily construction activities to support quality assurance and compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards, including gathering detailed measurements.
• Coordinate with design engineers, construction contractors, inspectors, and program management staff.
• Perform regular site inspections and lead field meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and progress payments.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, logs, as-builts, photographs, and correspondence and documentation of contractor performance.
• Identify and mitigate construction-related risks or delays, escalating critical issues as required.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures in accordance with OSHA and project-specific requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare status reports for senior management and client stakeholders.
• Ensure on-site environmental, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager and/or Billing team for invoicing and payment processing while monitoring contract cost and schedule.

Required Qualifications

• NJ Professional Engineer License required.
• NJDOT experience required.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction supervision, site engineering, or resident engineering.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Experience working on highway, bridge and/or rail projects.
• Working knowledge of shop drawing review, scheduling, permitting, and inspection requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting overall team success.
• Experience in large-scale or multi-site program management environments preferred.
• Familiarity with project delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build, CM/GC, and Design-Build.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, and MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

Technology

• Procore
• Primavera P6
• MS Project

Benefits and Employment Notes

• Comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment.
• Range provided reflects what the Firm believes in good faith at the time of this posting; exact compensation is based on candidate qualifications and location.
• Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Collaboration and Culture

The organization emphasizes collaboration and building a corporate culture where employees can freely share ideas, have their presence and contributions valued, and are enabled to maximize their full potential.