Chief Resident Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management.

We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA;

Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients.

KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position : Chief Resident Engineer - JFK RUGTC

Reports to : Construction Quality Assurance Manager

General Qualities :

• Has excellent communication and writing skills.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of construction processes.
• Has excellent Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to navigate through company internet-based systems.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be physically able to perform moderately strenuous tasks which include walking along rough terrain, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.

Technical Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe, on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and delivery from Pre-Construction through closeout
• Interact with construction contractors in performing Quality Assurance inspections.
• Attend, support and / or champion quality related meetings with client and contractors.
• Supervising construction leads personnel to multiple construction operations and may directly supervise multiple Quality Assurance Field Inspectors.
• Support client interaction and coordination between internal and external project stakeholders.
• Verify and document overall contract compliance, interpret project drawings and specifications, and provide recommendations to the client.
• Review and route project deliverables, including submittals, RFIs, work plans, schedules, meeting minutes, etc.
• Aid in coordinating contractors' work activities, chair internal and external project meetings, and actively participate in the contractor's invoice review process.
• Assist in project closeout activities, including processing documentation, warranties, O&Ms, punch lists, and final change management and invoicing documentation.
• Actively communicate project status to clients and stakeholders.
• Prevent delays or rework by proactively identifying and addressing issues. Provide solutions to meet client expectations.

Requirements :

Educational / Professional Experience Required :

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience with major bridge / roadway / airport construction in a similar capacity within the New York metropolitan region.
• Professional engineer (PE) in New York State with 5 years of post-registration engineering experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing field staff on major civil engineering construction projects.
• Facility construction experience and knowledge of NYC building code is highly desirable.

Professional Development :

Actively participates in professional development and training and licensing.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE / AA / VEV / Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.