Resident Engineer - Rail

Gannet Fleming TranSystems is seeking a Resident Engineer for the New York area. You will be responsible to provide oversight on all construction work on the project and coordinate coverage in the field as needed. Keeps Client team informed of the field activities and progress. Supervises field personnel; schedules coverage, reviews daily progress reports and advises field team as needed. Communicates with office staff on a daily basis. Reviews and comments on Site Specific Safety Work Plans (SSSWP's), Job Safety Analysis (JSA's), Construction Work Plans (CWP's), and Quality Work Plans (QWP's), as well as other Construction Submittals. Attends all meetings in person and actively collaborates with Design- Build and Project Management teams to resolve issues.

Join a team where your skills will shape impactful projects, providing a better commuting experience and helping create a more connected, accessible future. Ready to make a difference? Let's get started!

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily observation of the contractor operations for a rail related transportation project in the New York, tri-state area.
• To be the field point of contact for the client and all project stakeholders.
• Manage and supervise all assigned field office typically consisting of inspectors, community liaison and office engineer.
• The RE conducts reviews and verifications of construction schedules; baseline and updates, in coordination with the client.
• Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning.
• Assist in the preparation and negotiations of construction change orders and the preparation of weekly / monthly project reports.
• Review payment vouchers from contractor.
• Review manning reports, payroll certifications and other labor documentation from the contractor.
• Chair project progress meetings and distributes meeting minutes.
• Responsible for site safety, permit compliance and coordination with other adjacent projects.
• Monitor Contractor compliance with the Contractor's Safety and Health Plan and with specific Safe Work Plans.
• Monitor and ensures Contractor's compliance with the approved Contractor's Quality Plan.
• Work with the Contractor to minimize disruptions to the public.
• Log and coordinate with the designer to respond to Contractors' submittals, RFI's and shop drawings.
• Prepare a punch list with the owner upon completion of the project.
• Solve complex challenges relating to project schedule and budget as an effective member of the project Team (Owner, Gannett Fleming and Contractors).
• Perform Project Manager type responsibilities such as overseeing field personnel timesheets, vacation /leave, and general personnel issues that may arise as well as project budget, cost to complete analysis; liaise between contractor and the client agency; maintain comprehensive project history files; review project documents in-depth to handle construction and design issues; and prepare change orders, project correspondence, and reports.
• Perform routine assignments requiring application of spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software.
• Communicates with all necessary stakeholders

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer license required
• 20+ years of experience in Rail RE activities and managing construction field teams.
• Design review or design management experience preferred
• Experience with Amtrak, NYC MTA, or other local railroads a plus.
• Project Management Procedures (PMP's) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG's) familiarity a plus.
• Candidate must have the ability to drive.
• OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required.
• Work schedule must be flexible to accommodate varying shifts (day, evening, overnight)
• Experience with Catenary systems
• Experience with Rail Facilities

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At Gannett Fleming TranSytems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: New York, NY

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $185,000 - $208,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location