This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Resident Engineer for our Chicago, IL office. Be involved in projects with our PM/CM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. .
Your Impact
- Must be knowledgeable of various client construction specifications and contract management.
- Supervise, develop and train field staff and other construction support staff assigned to a project.
- Supervise and conduct the inspection and review of work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications
- Responsible for field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, surveying, and quality control on one large or several small construction projects.
- Verify and review project documentation for acceptance including pay applications, change orders, submittals, shop drawings, cost reduction proposals, traffic control modifications, and others.
- Act as the primary point of contact between the client, project team, and contractors.
- Manage the construction management team, including sub-consultants.
- Review and make recommendations for contractors' project schedules and non-conforming work
- Attends and may lead construction meetings with client and contractors
- Meeting with prospective clients to learn about future CM pursuit opportunities
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
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Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering-related field experience
- A minimum of 7 years of directly relevant experience, including Resident Engineer or related roles (or equivalent working knowledge/experience)
- Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret contract documents
- Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials
- Demonstrable experience with local client interactions
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
- Valid drivers’ license
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
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