Assistant Resident Engineer

Tectonic is seeking a full-time Assistant Resident Engineer to work on an upcoming Maintenance Roadway Contract across the state of New Jersey. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high profile projects and for professional growth and advancement!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides professional engineering services on multiple public sector engineering projects and acts as Client’s representative in the field with contractors, vendors, and other external parties on projects involving highways, bridges, street and structural work, including elements such as: sewers, catch basins and connections, drainage, water mains, utilities, curbs, sidewalks, roadways, mill and fill, structural steel and concrete, pile driving, railroads, traffic and street lights, street appurtenances, and associated work;
• Supervises, coordinates, and tracks field site activities and provides technical advice on construction and design; assists with executing corrective action using engineering design on projects to resolve issues;
• Responds to requests for information from contractors by interpreting plans and specifications by utilizing advanced knowledge of engineering and experience; documents contractor performance;
• Regularly reviews engineering design, plans, reviews and approves contract submittals and payment applications to contractors;
• Leads on-site engineers and inspectors to effectively observe work in progress in accordance with project requirements and to ensure that project records are properly maintained;
• Monitors the progress of the project in accordance with contract cost and schedule, including project timelines and specifications, and holds progress meetings as required;​
• Ensures all project documentation is completed and submitted as required, and completes necessary project close-out processes;
• Implements and follows Company and project safety protocol;
• All related duties as required to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid NICET III or higher certification or a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering;
• Minimum of 2 years of road construction inspection experience; NJ DOT RE Experience strongly preferred; EIT or PE license a plus;
• NJSAT Asphalt Paving Construction Technologist Certification and TCC Traffic Control Coordinator Certification;
• ACI Grade 1 Concrete Testing Technician Certification, or the ability to obtain within a reasonable time period;
• Ability to understand and interpret written specifications, plans, and construction documents for work orders and build documents;
• Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with clients, supervisors, and inspectors regarding specifications and qualification test results;
• Detail-oriented, with capability to detect non-conformities during testing procedures and complete detailed reports within a timely manner;
• A valid, clean driver’s license and personal vehicle to travel to job sites is preferred.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

Tectonic offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Opportunities for mentoring, professional development and career advancement
• Tuition reimbursement to advance education
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Company-observed, paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
• High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for medical expenses and dependent care
• Commuter benefits for public transportation costs
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program

PAY RANGE

Tectonic’s goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate’s work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position.

Pay Range: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class. Tectonic participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• road construction inspection: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• NICET III (Preferred)
• NJSAT Asphalt Paving Construction Technologist Certification (Required)
• TCC Traffic Control Coordinator Certification (Required)
• ACI Grade 1 Concrete Testing Technician Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60 - $75