Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Resident Engineer you will supervise the work of technical staff involving engineering analysis, highway design, structural design, maintenance, construction, and traffic engineering. You will act as the team leader of an inspection staff and engage in the performance of professional engineering work. You will be responsible for successful delivery of scope, schedule, and budget of assigned construction projects and you will represent the customer before the public and other governmental agencies.

Department: Construction Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Taylorsville, UT

Workplace type: Onsite

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Core Responsibilities for the Role

• Resident engineering, project management, interfacing with the client, contractors and subcontractors
• Monitor, coordinate inspector's activities (civil, structural and materials testing) as well as project quality standards while reporting on all schedules, budgeting and other pertinent project management requirements
• Manage and coordinate with field staff
• Serve as liaison to the project clients
• Inspect contract documents to make sure they are compliant with standards and specifications
• Analyze engineering-related data and test materials, review plans
• Take notes on project operations, and resolve any issues that mitigate delays to the contractor's/project's progress
• Timely delivery and/or quality of deliverables
• Effectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing the progress of the projects

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of CE&I experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Active Professional Engineer License (PE) – Required

Why Would a Candidate Want This Job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

About Horrocks

Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities. Apply Now

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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