Assistant Resident Engineer

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Job Description

General Summary:

The Assistant Resident Engineer shall be responsible for assisting the Resident Engineer with all functions and activities at all facets of a construction project from commencement to completion. In addition, he/she shall ensure all construction is in compliance with design specifications, completed on schedule, and is built to quality standards within the project budget. The Assistant Resident Engineer shall be capable of assuming the lead for the project and during the absence of the Resident Engineer, shall adapt to the assignment responsibilities of the Resident Engineer. In understanding the critical nature of the work within the Chicago Airport System, compliance to all FAA 139 regulations related to construction and safety shall be enforced by the Assistant Resident Engineer and the project team.

Assignment Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Review and provide oversight of the Office and Field Engineer's work product
• WorkingcloselywiththeChicagoDepartmentofAviation(CDA) representatives on day to day coordination of contractors' work activities
• Monitoring quality and safety programs for contractor and construction management teams along with the QAQC and Safety Managers
• Prepare a project specific Quality Plan
• Establish and maintain the overall inspection coverage to oversee all work activity
• Developing project correspondence Request for Information (RFI), submittal reviews, schedule reviews
• Field staff coordination and other duties as directed by the Resident Engineer for the project
• Responsible for the approval of field orders, invoices, and payment applications which may include final payment
• Prepare for pre-award and pre-construction meetings
• Review and maintain the project schedule in collaboration with the Contractor and the CARE Plus project team
• Responsible for ensuring all required contract documentation and information is properly processed and understood by the Project Field Inspectors
• Review and monitor staff time allowance and all approved overtime
• Field staff coordination, ensure all required project documentation and information is forwarded to and understood by the project field inspectors
• Ensure all subcontractor information inclusive of insurance requirements, at any tier have been submitted and approved
• Track various pay items and oversee entries into the quantity book
• Preparation of Field Orders when required with the necessary backup documents, review and approval of payment requests
• Actively participate in progress meetings, roundtable and all project management meetings

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working on construction projects as either a field engineer or office engineer

Degree / Certifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management equivalent
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certifications or Professional Engineer Certification

Benefits

At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, Professional License Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and 8 Paid Holidays. The hourly pay rate for this position is $52.00 to $70.00. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work ( , Crain's Cool Place to Work ( , and a Best and Brightest ( company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects ( .

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari's global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

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