Resident Engineer
Chicago Metro Area
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Job Description
Cotter seeks an experienced Resident Engineer for future opportunities on highway, road, bridge, rail projects in the greater Chicagoland/ northern Illinois areas.
The Resident Engineer is responsible for multiple construction projects or a single large scale project requiring multiple disciplines.This position directs and supervises field staff to achieve project success and quality construction in accordance with the plans and specifications and represents the owner; acting as liaison between the owner, contractor, and designer. Responsibilities encompass all areas of office engineering, field engineering, inspection, project controls, and contract administration. Specific duties include:
Cost Management
- Reviews design and bidding documents.
- Responsible for the initiation and preparation of change orders.
- Responsible for the review and approval of invoices and payment applications which may include final payment.
Schedule Management
- Oversees construction progress and review contractor schedules.
- Updates client regularly on project progress and any issues.
- Leads weekly progress meetings.
- Presents critical issues with analysis and recommendation for client decision.
- Reviews project status and issues with Cotter management.
- Works with governmental agencies to aid project progress.
Quality Management
- Ensures project conforms to plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
- Actively manages the construction process with a focus on quality. Ensures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
- Performs thorough design reviews to ensure construction details are quality-focused and drawings are coordinated.
- Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met. Develops and manages completion of corrective action items.
- Monitors contractor’s adherence to safety plans.
- Directs and oversees the work of field staff.
Contract Administration
- Assists senior management in preparing contract agreements, including scope of work, deliverables, reimbursable expenses, insurance coverage, and legal/accounting requirements.
- Prepares and maintains proper documentation of all project-related activities.
- Manages project close-out internally and externally.
Client Relations and Business Development
- Obtains feedback about our performance during project and resolves any issues identified.
- Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
- Pursues new opportunities with current clients.
- Stays in periodic contact with past clients to identify opportunities.
- Assists with development and preparation of qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
- May meet and present to prospective clients.
Skills/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer’s (PE) License
- Typically requires 10 years related experience
- Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and word processing, spreadsheet, and email software
About Cotter:
Cotter Consulting works with clients to provide comprehensive program management, project management, and construction management services for planning and implementing projects in the built environment. We have nearly 25 years of experience providing clients in the transportation and buildings markets with the exceptional services needed for a successful project.
The Cotter team is made up of 100 architects, engineers, construction managers, commissioning agents, and LEED APs. Visit www.cotterconsulting.com to learn more about our company, culture, people, employee benefits, and more.
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