Resident Engineer (PE License)

``` {dir="ltr"} Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. (IEI), is seeking a Resident Engineer with a Michigan PE license to join our Detroit office. IEI is a leading engineering firm known for quality, responsiveness, and a proven track record as a prime civil engineering firm. As Resident Engineer, you will help ensure accurate and complete project work by monitoring schedules, change orders, and weekly reports; reviewing work products and submittals; and providing feedback on accuracy, completeness, value, and coordination among subconsultants. You will also identify ways to save the client time and money and help resolve potential problems and opportunities. Join us as we continue to build a company grounded in Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret technical instructions presented in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables. - Manage multiple tasks or assignments at the same time. - Read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. - Work independently in the construction field office and make decisions about work in progress. - Assist the Construction Manager with project performance reviews and employee development plans. - Coordinate with utilities, agencies, property owners, and other parties affected by the project. - Support project closeout, including punch lists and completion documents. Participate in contractor claims and prepare or assist with claims documentation. - Apply knowledge of common job-site conditions, construction inspection practices, and procedures for correcting issues. - Mentor and train construction inspection staff. - Apply inspection practices for soils, surveying, concrete, and asphalt, along with applicable state and local specifications, laws, regulations, and safe work procedures. - Maintain orderly project files, employee and assignment records, inspection logs, and other project records. - Maintain the knowledge needed to perform the job effectively. - Recommend change orders, perform constructability reviews, provide client input, monitor construction and construction management budgets, and review invoices before they are sent to clients. - Use standard computer applications, including email, databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics programs. - Prepare or oversee correspondence with contractors and owners, respond to contractor RFIs, and clarify plans or specifications. - Recommend additional staff as needed and maintain effective relationships with field staff. - Oversee multiple construction projects involving multiple disciplines. - Review and approve contractor quantities and monthly progress payment requests. - Lead preconstruction and periodic job-site meetings and prepare meeting minutes. - Review design and bidding documents, evaluate contractor bids, and oversee construction progress and scheduling. - Stay current on project plans, specifications, addenda, and ongoing or upcoming field activities. - Review contractor submittals or send them to design staff for technical review. Prepare transmittal letters accepting or rejecting submittals. - Identify discrepancies in plans, materials, construction methods, and processes, and take appropriate corrective action. - Plan and schedule inspection activities. - Supervise field staff and manage contractors on-site to support quality construction in accordance with plans and specifications. - Take and maintain dated construction progress photographs and communicate regularly with the owner or the owner's designated contact. - Use initiative and independent judgment, consider the consequences of decisions and recommendations, and meet deadlines. QUALIFICATIONS You will bring leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to creating a dynamic environment for your team. To be considered for this role, you