Resident Engineer

My client in New York State is seeking a Resident Engineer with Field PM experience.  The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with that will act as owner’s representative dealing directly with local and state authorities, such as NYSDOT.  Prior experience with Roads, Tunnels, Bridges is preferred. 

 Plans, designs, and directs engineering projects on County roads and bridges. Serves as Resident Engineer on major construction projects and supervises department Engineers. Prepares workable design drawings of roadway projects.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Serves as Resident Engineer on major construction projects to ensure that projects are built in accordance with plans, special provisions, NYSDOT Standards and estimates. Gives engineering advice to assist in solving problems.

Performs bridge inspection surveys throughout the County to monitor bridges, roads, tunnels for maintenance or repair.

Analyzes reports, maps, drawings and tests on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geological data to plan and design project.

Directs or performs surveys for proposed construction. Estimates costs and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data.

Co-ordinates contract work with utility companies and other governmental agencies.

Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project. Reviews preliminary plans and specifications of construction contracts. Prepares authorizations for change orders regarding construction revisions.

Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards. Resolves design or construction problems and meets with contractors and the public.

Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

Administers EEO and labor compliance requirements. Prepares progress and final documents to meet State and Federal Highway Administration requirements.

Supervises employees in the Highway Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, appraising performance and planning, assigning, and directing work. Hiring, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing and resolving problems are primarily the responsibility of the County Engineer.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree (B. S.) from a four-year college or university with a degree in Civil Engineering; with at least Ten years related experience and some supervisory experience; or equivalent training and experience. Continuous studying and training in the job is required. Professional Engineering license in the state of NY is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, although the individual can be exposed to loud noise situations occasionally.

If you feel you are qualified for this position contact Frank at Liberty Personnel Services at 610.941.6300 ext. 169 or email frank@libertyjobs.com