Resident Engineer HDR, Inc. life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement United States, Connecticut, Rocky Hill Aug 31, 2026 At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they're about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR's Field Services team, you'll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what's designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients' visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Resident Engineer we'll count on you to:

Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents

Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used

Review construction materials for Contract compliance

Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance

Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings

Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems

Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected

Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance

Assist with project audit/closeout

Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager

Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification

Ability to interpret construction schedules

Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer

Prior Experience with Highway & Transportation projects (If candidate does not have a PE license, they will be titled Resident Project Representative) #LI-JC7 Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience

A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects

Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction

Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents

Must be able to work in a team environment

Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Rocky Hill, CT:

$97,790 - $139,700

Primary Location :

United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill

Industry :

Transit

Schedule :

Full-time

Employee Status :

Regular

BusinessClass :

Field Services

Job Posting :

Aug 31, 2026