Resident Engineer Rail and Transit

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. If you share that vision, even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we'd still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let's explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.Mott MacDonald is looking for professionals to join our ever-expanding transportation team here in the New York City Metro Area. We are currently looking for a Resident Engineer with construction experience in the New York City Metro Area within the rail transportation (NYCT, MNR, LIRR, PATH, Amtrak, NJ Transit) and infrastructure industry. The successful candidateis required tohave a good understanding of the construction industry in the New York City Metro Area and experience working on public agency projects.Responsibilities * The successful candidate will have a proven record of leading construction inspection staff for infrastructure and transportation projects in the New York City Metro Area * This position entails all typical duties of a resident engineer with an inspection/office engineeringstaff,aswell as project management on behalf ofinfrastructureowners * Act as a primary field liaison between the Owner and Contractor * Plans, organizes, and supervises engineering and construction inspection activitiesmonitorsconstruction detailed costbreakdown and constructionschedule.Serve as the senior representative for the inspection of contractor construction activities, payments,processing,andnegotiation of claims and change orders * Supervise a staff of personnel consisting of engineers, inspectors, project control, office engineers, project administrators, and specialty sub-consultants * Leads progress meetings and interacts withclienton a daily basis. Coordinates responses toTechnical Submittals,RFI's and other technical issues with design engineers. * Leadsfinal project closeout documentation * Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and contractsCandidate Specification * Bachelor's DegreeinCivilEngineering, ConstructionManagement * Minimum of5+ years of relevant experience in the infrastructure and/or transit industry managing rail/transit projects, utilities,and structural rehabilitation projectswith construction value of min $50M * PreviousResident Engineering experience working with publicrail infrastructureagencies * Familiarity withwithNY-Area Agency Standards * Strong knowledge of construction methods,materialsand Safety standards * Abilityto worknightshifts andweekendsasnecessary to properly oversee the project * Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain in New York State * OSHA 30 Certifications * Excellentcommunicationand communicationskills * Pre-employment and ongoing, random drug testingisrequiredBenefits & RewardAt Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, pa