Staff Engineer - Construction Quality Assurance

Staff Engineer - Construction Quality Assurance Location: Hamilton, IL, United States Date Posted: Jan 28, 2026 We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support a dam reconstruction project in the Midwest. This position will lead construction inspection teams, coordinate with multi-disciplinary design teams, coordinate with third‑party testing agencies, coordinate third‑party contractors, support our design teams with constructability reviews, and support our office staff with the production and review of deliverables. Serve as the lead Resident Engineer on medium sized to large construction projects with including, but not limited to, dams, spillways, levees, pipelines, pump stations, canals, wells, and groundwater recharge facilities. Lead and be responsible for project‑specific teams including, GEI staff, contractors and sub‑consultants, with functions including, but not limited to, Resident Engineering, Office Engineering, Construction Quality Assurance, Construction Inspection, Surveying, Materials Testing, Contact Administration, Change Management, Cost and Schedule Analysis, Document Control, Environmental Compliance Monitoring and Public Outreach. Be based on‑site full‑time during project execution, or as appropriate for project and Client needs. Develop and implement Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Health and Safety Plans as required by GEI and Client policies. Communicate and coordinate with other project participants including Client, Designer, Contractor and Regulators to expeditiously resolve construction‑related issues including, but not limited to, cost overruns, schedule delays, procurement delays, quality deficiencies, regulatory non‑compliance, environmental non‑compliance, permit non‑compliance, change orders, operational impacts and public complaints. Be Client‑facing during project execution, reporting to the Client on progress and receiving feedback, and communicating and coordinating additional Client needs to appropriate GEI staff. Supervise and provide feedback on staff performance during project execution. Mentor and guide GEI staff to develop their RE skills during project execution. Develop scopes, schedules, levels‑of‑effort and fees for RE work. Support additional RE services as needed including, but not limited to, Risk Management, Dispute Resolution and Claims Analysis. Support engineering and design teams as needed including, but not limited to, feasibility reviews of planning‑level studies, constructability review of design plans and specifications, biddability review of contract documents, input to construction methods and sequencing, input to construction cost estimates and schedules, contractor prequalification and review of contractor bids. Support GEI administrative and operations teams with project reporting and invoicing. Minimum Qualifications 5‑7 years or more of Civil Engineering experience. 3 years or more experience in working on large concrete demolition, pour, and finishing projects. Engineer in Training having passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3d systems. Excellent interpersonal communication, writing, team leadership, and conflict resolution skills. Strong capability to work remotely and independently while maintaining productivity and motivation. Familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, and other typical construction management related software. Ability to consider Cost, Schedule, Quality and Safety in decision making process. Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses. Physically able to participate or perform construction site inspections and observations. Willing to travel to jobsites. Total travel up to 60% time. Valid U.S. driver’s license. Preferred Certifications Professional Engineer License in good standing. Illinois preferred, with an ability to obtain Michigan license within 6 months of hire. 30‑Hour Construction Safety and Health Training Course, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, Subparts C, E, M, P, and X 8‑Hour Managers and Supervisors Course (SHSC), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(4) USACE CQM for Contractors Certification, and working knowledge of the three phases of control. We are GEI. 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GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes Market‑Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program Rewards and Recognition GEI‑Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k) Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here ) A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: Sedentary Light Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0‑35% of day) Frequent (33‑66% of day) (67‑100% of day) Not Applicable X Standing X Walking X Climbing X Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) X Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) X Carrying objects X Push/pull X Twisting X Reaching forward X Reaching overhead X Keyboard use/repetitive motion X Taste or smell (taste=never) X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision X Far Vision X Yes No Not Applicable X Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception X Hearing X Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated X Chemical X Extreme temperatures X Radiation X Uneven surfaces or elevations X Dust/particulate matter X Other (exposure risks): 8 10 12 Other work hours GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr