Resident Engineer (Construction)

Company: NES Fircroft
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

Resident Engineer The Resident Engineer should have experience with large water and wastewater pump stations, treatment plants and/or force main project experience. This opportunity is for long-term project in the Sacramento area. Your Key Responsibilities Responsible for the technical supervision for the construction phase of projects. Various project types include sewer separation, stormwater pump stations (up to 50 MGD), storage tanks (up to 4 MG) and water/wastewater treatment plants. Responsible for supervising staff, including development of Management plans, tracking career progress, mentoring, advocating for and approving timesheets and training/development requests. Manage inspection staff and the delivery of daily inspector reports in accordance with clients' requirements. Act as liaison to design staff to respond to Contractors' RFI's and review of shop drawings. Serve as the primary point of contact on assigned construction contracts, with primary responsibility for construction contract administration and quality management. Responsible for overall site safety, permit status compliance and coordination with other agencies. Familiarity with construction procedures and scheduling of work sequences. Should be familiar with dewatering, backfilling and compaction of utility trenches, pavement/surface restoration, architectural and structural construction. Provides technical review of construction plans and specifications and project changes for constructability and practicality. Manage office staff responsible for record keeping, general correspondence, compiling and drafting of required reports and deliverables. Monitors Contractor performance, quality, schedule, overall responsiveness, and effectiveness. Exerts influence over and maintain excellent relationships with Contractors to maintain project goals. Manages the Contractor monthly payment process and recommends appropriate adjustments as necessary to manage the Contractor. This position is eligible for relocation Position will work in both a field and office setting. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Must be available to travel for out-of-town projects when needed. Your Capabilities and Credentials Be able to manage multi-discipline design teams, with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task. Outstanding record of successful Water Projects - Thorough knowledge of industry codes to ensure compliance of federal and state regulations, understanding of new technologies and cutting-edge methods. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. OSHA training/certification and Confined Space Entry certification beneficial (or will train, if needed for an assignment). Must have good driving record and a valid driver's license. Required software applications include: Adobe, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project. AutoCAD experience beneficial, but not required. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Minimum of ten (10) years' experience on projects showing increasing responsibility. Minimum of five (5) years in a construction management role of water and wastewater related projects. CCM is preferred. Position will work in both a field and office setting. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Must be available to travel for out-of-town projects when needed. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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