Resident Engineer (Rail & Transit)
Chicago, IL 
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Posted 26 days ago
Job Description

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Our PM+CM team is currently seeking a Resident Engineer for work on various rail, transit and other infrastructure projects. The Resident Engineer will manage the daily observation of the contractor operations. This position will be on-site and requires a high level of construction engineering management experience. This role may manage one or more construction/field engineers.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee staff in the inspection and construction management of rail& transit projects which includes:

    • Preparing inspection reports.

    • Performing observation of field testing and commissioning.

    • Review of shop drawings and specifications to assure proper installation of the items in the contract.

    • Review of change orders and issuance of recommendations.

    • Review of payment vouchers from contractor.

    • Maintenance quantities logs.

    • Response to RFI's.

    • Prepare a punch list with the owner upon completion of the project.

  • Chair meetings and prepare minutes of meetings.

  • Review manning reports, payroll certifications and other labor documentation from the contractor.

  • Perform review of Contractor's schedules, Baseline and updates, in coordination with CCM and CTA project and program direction.

  • Review Contractor's Work Plans.

  • Monitor Contractor compliance with the Contractor's Safety and Health Plan and with specific Safe Work Plans.

  • Monitor and ensure Contractor's compliance with the approved Contractor's Quality Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely-related field.

  • Professional Certifications such as P.E., R.A. and or CCM preferred.

  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience working in an oversight capacity, such as a Resident Engineer, on large public entity and/or public infrastructure projects managing construction field teams.

  • Significant experience in rail rapid transit and/or public infrastructure construction projects.

  • Experience in construction logistics, staffing, sequencing and operational impacts are preferred.

  • Experience with estimating, pricing, and reviewing CPM schedules.

  • Project Management Procedures (PMP's) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG's) familiarity a plus.

  • OSHA 30-hour safety course.

  • Candidate must have the reliable transportation.

  • Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients' toughest challenges.

  • High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.

  • Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

At TYLin, we believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such, the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience, the breadth of your skills, and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!


Additional Information

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.


T.Y. Lin International is an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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