Assistant Resident Engineer

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a field-focused construction professional to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and transportation projects. In this role, you manage the scope of work, schedule, contractor’s field procedures and construction problems, and other technical information for the successful delivery of projects within budget and schedule. Work generally pertains to taxiway/runway paving & lighting systems, building improvements, civil site work, utility modifications and upgrades, and maintenance of traffic, with some electrical, environmental, and plumbing knowledge.

Role accountabilities:

• Act as the day-to-day Construction Manager for assigned projects, reporting directly to the Resident Engineer.   
• Assist the Resident Engineer in coordinating with JFK Airport Facility, operations personnel, and other stakeholders to ensure work progresses efficiently while minimizing impacts to airport operations.   
• Develop a thorough understanding of the contract documents and assist the Resident Engineer in interpreting and applying contract provisions to administer the contract and enforce policies necessary for the successful completion of projects. 
• Advise the Resident Engineer on contractor disputes and assist in resolving issues through established contractual and administrative processes.
• Supervise and mentor field staff, ensuring they effectively monitor construction activities, verify proper installation of work, and maintain accurate and complete project documentation.
• Review contractor submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs), ensuring field staff receive timely updates regarding contract requirements, revisions, and approved changes.
• Review and approve daily field inspection reports and narratives to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Track classified work items, time-and-material (T&M) tickets, and other project records to maintain proper documentation and accountability.
• Prepare Extra Work Order, Net Cost Change Order, Field Ordered Work, and associated cost estimates.
• Review contractor payment applications for accuracy and contract compliance, assist the Resident Engineer in preparing monthly reports on project progress and financial status, and proactively identify and elevate potential risks or issues.

Qualifications:

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing construction projects of varying size, scope, and complexity, including projects ranging from $500,000 to $5 million or greater and involving multiple crews and shift operations.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a JFK Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification required, with training in fall protection, Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT), confined space entry, and permit-required confined space entry.
• Ability to support non-standard work hours, including potential night and weekend shifts, and accommodate extended work hours as project needs require.
• Proficiency with eBuilder and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of construction management practices, contract administration, project documentation, and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

Desired:

• Professional Engineer
• ACI Concrete Special Inspector, Structural steel bolting inspector: and Work Zone Safety Certifications.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP,  401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.  We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $125,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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