Resident Mechanical Engineer - Aviation

Responsibilities Serve as the on-site representative for the Owner, overseeing construction of the air train (automated people mover) system including guideways, stations, and systems integration. Manage daily construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, design drawings, and airport operational constraints. Lead coordination between contractors, design teams (civil, structural, MEP, and systems), airport authorities, and regulatory agencies. Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change orders; resolve field issues in real time. Monitor contractor performance, construction quality, and adherence to schedule milestones. Enforce QA/QC procedures and ensure compliance with FAA, OSHA, and Port Authority standards. Oversee installation and integration of APM systems (propulsion, signaling, communications, controls). Track progress, validate pay applications, and support cost control, claims review, and change management. Prepare daily reports, progress updates, and executive summaries for project leadership. Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred. 10–15+ years of experience in construction management or engineering within the A/E/C industry. Direct experience with aviation infrastructure and/or automated people mover (APM), rail, or transit systems required. Strong knowledge of construction management practices, contract administration, and systems integration. Experience working on large, complex projects in active airport environments is highly preferred. Familiarity with design-build or CM/GC delivery methods and stakeholder-heavy programs. Salary: $150-200K Group PMX is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Group PMX