Resident Engineer

Job Title: Resident Engineer / Resident Inspector - Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

Job Description

This role is a Resident Engineer / Resident Inspector position supporting a major 24-month wastewater treatment plant improvement project. You will serve as the owner's field representative during construction, overseeing contractor performance, monitoring quality, coordinating project communication, and ensuring strict compliance with contract documents, technical specifications, schedules, and safety requirements. The project involves substantial upgrades to an existing wastewater treatment facility, including a new control building, headworks improvements, influent screening systems, grit and grease removal upgrades, preliminary treatment facilities, chemical feed systems, UV disinfection replacement, pump station improvements, electrical and SCADA upgrades, HVAC replacements, and other site infrastructure enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for the owner throughout the 24-month wastewater treatment plant construction project.

• Oversee contractor performance and construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct daily construction inspection of wastewater treatment facility upgrades, including control building installation, headworks improvements, influent screening systems, grit and grease removal, preliminary treatment facilities, chemical feed systems, UV disinfection replacement, pump station improvements, electrical and SCADA upgrades, HVAC replacements, and site infrastructure enhancements.

• Monitor construction quality and workmanship, documenting conditions, deficiencies, and corrective actions to maintain high standards of project delivery.

• Coordinate project communication among owners, contractors, construction managers, inspectors, and engineering staff to support timely issue resolution and alignment on project goals.

• Review and verify contractor adherence to project schedules, identifying potential delays and collaborating with stakeholders to maintain or recover project timelines.

• Support enforcement of safety requirements and procedures on site, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring safe work practices.

• Participate in progress meetings, site walks, and technical discussions, providing clear updates on construction status, risks, and required actions.

• Assist with review of contractor pay applications, change orders, and related documentation, confirming quantities, work completion, and contract compliance.

• Utilize electronic document management systems and scheduling software to track project information, maintain accurate records, and support reporting needs.

• Observe and document installation and testing of process mechanical systems, electrical upgrades, SCADA systems, and treatment plant rehabilitation work.

• Identify field issues or design conflicts and coordinate with engineering staff and contractors to develop practical, compliant solutions.

• Support the successful delivery of critical municipal infrastructure by focusing on project quality, schedule adherence, and effective stakeholder coordination.

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment, sharing observations and insights with engineering and construction professionals to continuously improve project execution.

Essential Skills

• Experience working on wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, or municipal utility infrastructure projects.

• Experience in construction oversight, construction management, or construction inspection for civil, wet utility, water, or wastewater projects.

• Experience functioning as a Resident Inspector, Construction Inspector, Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or Owner's Representative.

• Ability to interpret and apply contract documents, technical specifications, drawings, and schedules in a construction field environment.

• Strong skills in monitoring construction quality, documenting field conditions, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

• Effective communication skills for coordinating with owners, contractors, inspectors, and engineering staff in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment.

• Ability to work primarily in the field on an active wastewater treatment plant construction site, including regular site walks and inspections.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.

• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification required or strongly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential.

• USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification.

• NICET certification in a relevant discipline.

• OSHA 30-Hour safety certification.

• Experience with SCADA systems, process mechanical equipment, electrical upgrades, and treatment plant rehabilitation projects.

• Familiarity with electronic document management systems for tracking submittals, RFIs, reports, and project records.

• Experience using scheduling software to monitor construction progress and support schedule analysis.

• Experience reviewing contractor pay applications, quantities, and supporting documentation for accuracy and contract compliance.

• Interest in building experience that can lead to advancement into Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Project Manager roles.

• Motivation to work on large, multi-year wastewater treatment plant upgrade projects with significant public infrastructure impact.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment with experienced engineering and construction professionals.

• Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork on complex municipal infrastructure projects.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based, supporting a major wastewater treatment plant construction project over an anticipated 24-month duration. You will work in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment that requires regular on-site presence, frequent communication, and close coordination among multiple stakeholders, including owners, contractors, construction managers, inspectors, and engineering staff. The role involves daily exposure to active construction activities, treatment processes, pump stations, electrical systems, SCADA installations, mechanical equipment, and facility improvements. The team culture emphasizes collaboration, safety, quality, accountability, and mutual support from experienced engineering and construction professionals, offering long-term project stability and the opportunity to make a direct impact on critical municipal infrastructure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fredericksburg, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fredericksburg,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

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