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Resident Engineer

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HDR

Remote

$164,580 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Resident Engineer
HDR - 3.8
Los Angeles, CA Job Details Temporary | Part-time $63.50 - $94.75 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Bluebeam Revu Estimating software Project engineering Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Construction project management Construction management software Purchase order management Construction industry experience Quality inspection Collaborative technology platforms Purchasing Construction scheduling Professional Engineer Project scheduling Full Job Description Resident Engineer - (193844) About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
Watch Our Story:
' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. Primary Responsibilities The Resident Engineer (RE) will perform the duties with a team of Construction Engineers, Caltrans / Owner Inspectors, Materials Testers, Consultants, and Office Personnel. These duties change through the course of the job while giving instructions to Prime Construction Contractors as many tasks and completes many items of work on the Construction project. These construction activities are covered by complex specifications, and the RE must interpret and enforce the Contract requirements to ensure compliance with the Contract. The Resident Engineer has a primary role of administrating the Construction Project contract and when required, obtain approval from the Caltrans Senior Transportation Engineer. The Resident Engineer coordinates with Caltrans Inspectors to determine appropriate priorities for testing and inspection of work quality based on contractor-proposed order of work for the shift. This is a part-time, temporary position. #LI-JF1
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Resident Engineer Preferred Qualifications California Professional Engineer (Civil) License 10 years of relevant experience with Caltrans Highway Construction / Improvements projects Able to be flexible and working days, nights, and/or weekends in heavy construction requiring walking, bending, lifting and carrying inspection / surveying tools and equipment's at elevated heights, confined spaces, extreme weather conditions, remote work sites, environmentally sensitive areas and over water-ways, if needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field 10 years related experience in various aspects of construction including estimating, bidding, preparing purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, and field engineering Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
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Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); Bluebeam, estimating & scheduling software, and web-based document collaboration software Experience developing and managing construction engineering and inspection programs 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 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 off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $63.50 - $94.75 hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
Primary Location :
United States-California-San Diego Other Locations :
United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Riverside Industry :
Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build Schedule :
Part-time Employee Status :
Temporary BusinessClass :
Field Services - Non-FAR /
Negotiated Job Posting :
Jun 17, 2026