Description KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Position: Resident Engineer_Asst RE- NICET Level IV or Equivalent
Reports to: Project Manager
General Qualities
- 01Capable of leading, training, inspiring, and motivating the staff.
- 02Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.
- 03Provides technical and management support to the Department Manager/Regional Manager/Project Manager.
- 04Has full technical and administrative responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating projects/assignments.
- 05Manages a major complex project and/or several routines/fewer complex projects.
Technical Responsibilities
- 06Responsible for the supervision of the construction inspection phase of various types of construction projects.
- 07Serves as the Owner's direct on-site representative to the contractor.
- 08Duties include direct supervision of a project's construction engineering/inspection staff, performing quality assurance and oversight of the work in progress and ensuring that the project is constructed in general conformance with the contract plans and specifications.
- 09Possesses strong supervisory and technical skills; effective time-management skills; strong computer skills; strong mathematical skills including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to mentor staff in functional areas of technical construction inspection activities.
- 10Assigns, instructs, and directs project staff in their work of inspection of the materials and work procedures involved.
- 11Possesses an understanding of the equipment, materials and methods utilized by contractors and confirms that these methods conform to the applicable contract plans and specifications.
- 12Analyzes and interprets project plans and specifications.
- 13Prepares and maintains all required reports and verifies that the assigned project has been fully documented.
- 14Is responsible for the development of contractor change orders, as-built quantities, and contractor's monthly payment estimates.
- 15Receives and investigates complaints and inquiries from property owners, citizens, and public officials.
- 16Represents the owner in dealings with the contractor and public agencies on the local, county, and state levels.
- 17Directs the activities of sub-consultants and other KSE Departments.
- 18Is proficient in software required to complete assigned projects.
- 19Responsive to Client and other KSE Managers/needs.
Administrative Responsibilities
- 20Identifies out-of-scope work.
- 21Monitors invoice ability of self and assigned staff to verify compliance with established goals.
- 22Familiar with all company policies and procedures and verifies implementation and compliance.
- 23Completes time sheet on a daily basis.
- 24Verifies that assigned staff has been provided correct time charge information.
- 25Develops and/or assists in developing training program for staff.