Resident Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Resident Engineer with extensive experience working on projects under the New York State Department of Parks and Recreation (NYSDPR) . The role involves overseeing all phases of project execution for parks, recreational areas, and public infrastructure improvements in alignment with NYSDPR standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Supervision & Management:
• Oversee and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with NYSDPR standards, project designs, and DPR specifications.
• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with established timelines, budgets, and DPR deliverables.
• Coordinate between contractors, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Conduct regular site inspections, ensuring the project meets safety and environmental standards in accordance with NYSDPR guidelines.
• Review, approve, and assess technical documents, including work plans, specifications, drawings, and materials.

• Stakeholder Coordination:
• Act as the on-site liaison between NYSDPR officials, clients, contractors, and various project stakeholders.
• Ensure timely communication with all stakeholders regarding project progress, challenges, and milestones.
• Coordinate with state regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with NYSDPR policies, environmental standards, and local regulations.

• Quality Assurance & Compliance:
• Implement strict quality control measures to ensure compliance with DPR specifications, NYSDPR standards, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular audits to verify the integrity and quality of materials and construction processes.
• Budget & Resource Management:
• Monitor and manage project costs, ensuring they remain within approved budgets as outlined in the DPR.
• Prepare periodic reports on project status, budget tracking, and resource allocation for submission to NYSDPR and other stakeholders.
• Propose cost-effective solutions without compromising project quality or compliance.
• Safety & Environmental Management:
• Enforce safety protocols as mandated by NYSDPR and relevant safety codes on all project sites.
• Ensure that all environmental safeguards are in place and adhered to, in line with NYSDPR and local environmental regulations.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including site reports, DPR revisions, meeting minutes, and daily logs.
• Prepare comprehensive progress reports for NYSDPR, summarizing project developments, compliance issues, and overall performance.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in infrastructure projects, particularly with public parks, recreation areas, or public works under the NYSDPR.

• Certification:
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York is Plus
• Familiarity with NYSDPR procedures, policies, and environmental regulations.