Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer

San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura

WSC is a premier engineering, hydrogeology, construction management, and communications consulting firm that focuses exclusively on water. Our team of expert engineers and communicators is recognized for delivering successful planning, design, program management, construction management and energy solutions for municipalities, public and private utilities, special districts, energy providers and more throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. WSC is a next generation consulting leader that meets our clients where they are, providing insight, and redefining the possibilities through a high standard for hands-on service, innovation, quality, and visionary leadership.

Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in our business, we are actively seeking to hire a Resident Engineer who aligns with our passion for delivering outstanding client service and high-quality results. The candidate may reside in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura but will primarily work at our Montecito job site, requiring daily travel.

What You Will Do

• Provide on-site leadership and oversight for water, wastewater, and/or recycled water facilities.
• Ensure that construction activities align with project plans, specifications, and design intent.
• Develop, implement, and enforce quality assurance measures to enforce specification requirements for workmanship and materials.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any deviations from contract documents.
• Engage with specialty subconsultants to perform special and material inspections.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their goals, expectations, and feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other team members to coordinate and execute project objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and positive working environment among project teams including owners, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Review and monitor project schedules to ensure timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist in the management of project budgets, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify potential risks and challenges during the construction process and develop proactive strategies for mitigation.
• Address issues promptly to minimize impact on project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain accurate and detailed project records, including daily reports, progress photos, and change orders.
• Generate regular reports summarizing project status, challenges, and resolutions.
• Manage the flow of information between the construction contractor and the engineer to assure timely responses to submittals and requests.

What You Bring

• A passion for water, with an emphasis on creating multi-benefit solutions for communities and the environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certifications are highly desirable.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in engineering and/or construction management, with a focus on water, wastewater, and/or recycled water facilities.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure design, construction methods, and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, Primavera P6, and other project management software and tools.
• This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to meet company and insurance provider requirements for driving eligibility.

Pay Range: This is a full-time exempt position. The pay range is $98,000 - $150,000 per year and may be more or less depending on experience

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc. Magazine's national workplace survey and our staff. We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.

We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), employer paid short- and long-term disability, holiday pay, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness, and health benefits program, we have you covered! Learn more about the benefits we offer at

WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, generic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.