Resident Engineer - Southeast MissouriDepartment: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Jackson, MO
DescriptionGonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Resident Engineer to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you're hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.
This role will cover multiple areas in Southeastern Missouri, including: Cape Giraurdo, Sikeston, Jackson and surrounding areas.
Your Primary Responsibilities will include- Serve as the on-site lead for DOT construction projects, providing day-to-day oversight of construction operations.
- Ensure contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, DOT standards, permits, and safety requirements.
- Manage and coordinate construction inspection staff and specialty inspectors as applicable.
- Review and approve contractor submittals, shop drawings, schedules, and material certifications in accordance with DOT procedures.
- Monitor project progress, track quantities, review pay applications, and recommend approval of contractor payments.
- Identify, document, and resolve construction issues, field changes, and non-conforming work.
- Prepare and review change orders, force account work, and claims documentation.
- Conduct and participate in progress meetings, partnering meetings, and coordination with utilities, local agencies, and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate project records including daily reports, test results, correspondence, and project documentation.
- Ensure adherence to environmental commitments, traffic control plans, and public safety requirements.
What you'll need- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-10 years of construction management or inspection experience on DOT or heavy civil transportation projects.
- Thorough knowledge of DOT specifications, construction practices, and contract administration procedures.
- Experience overseeing roadway, bridge, drainage, utilities, and traffic control construction activities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills.
- Proficiency with DOT documentation systems, construction management software, and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and schedules.
- Familiarity with state DOT materials testing, quality assurance, and inspection protocols.
Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:- Competitive salary
- Major medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401K
- Bonus program
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Professional development
- A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside
Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest.
Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.
Equal Opportunity EmployerGonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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