Resident Engineer, Transit and Rail

GFT is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer – Transit and Rail to join our Construction Services team in New Jersey. This role presents an exciting opportunity to be an important part of critical construction efforts for large-scale transit and rail projects in New Jersey.

At GFT , we’re not just engineering the future; we’re building it with purpose. Our construction and program management services reflect our commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management teams help deliver projects that stay on schedule, within budget, and meet high standards for safety and quality.

What you’ll be challenged to do

As a Resident Engineer, you will oversee all construction work on assigned projects and coordinate field coverage as needed. You will keep the client informed of field activities and progress, supervise field personnel, review daily reports, and guide the field team. You will communicate with office staff, review Site Specific Safety Work Plans (SSSWPs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Construction Work Plans (CWPs), Quality Work Plans (QWPs), and other submittals. You will attend meetings in person and work directly with the Client and Project team members to resolve issues.

What you will bring to our firm:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer license is preferred

Experience with NJ Transit, Port Authority of NY & NJ, NJDOT, or NJTA

10+ years of experience in Rail RE activities and managing construction field teams

Experience with catenary systems

Experience with rail facilities

Candidate must have the ability to drive

OSHA 30-hour safety course certification required

Work schedule must be flexible to accommodate varying shifts (day, evening, weekend)

Familiarity with Project Management Procedures (PMP’s) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG’s) is a plus.

What you will bring to our firm:

Managing daily observation of contractor operations for rail-related transportation projects across New Jersey and the broader tri-state region

Serving as the field point of contact for the client and project stakeholders

Supervising field staff, including inspectors, community liaison, and office engineer

Reviewing and verifying construction schedules, including baseline and updates, in coordination with the client

Performing inspections and observing field testing and commissioning

Assisting with preparation and negotiation of change orders and project reporting

Reviewing contractor payment vouchers, manning reports, payroll certifications, and labor documentation

Leading project progress meetings and issuing meeting minutes

Overseeing site safety, permit compliance, and coordination with adjacent projects

Monitoring contractor compliance with safety and health plans and approved quality plans

Working with contractors to minimize public disruption

Coordinating responses to RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings with design teams

Preparing punch lists with the owner at project completion

Addressing project challenges related to schedule and budget in collaboration with the owner, GFT, and contractors

Handling project management responsibilities including staffing oversight, budget tracking, cost-to-complete analysis, and maintaining project records

Reviewing project documents to resolve construction and design issues and preparing correspondence and reports

Using spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling tools to support project delivery

Communicating with all key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

What we prefer you bring

• Experience with airport projects.

• Certifications such as Rutgers TCC, NJSAT, ACI (preferred).

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $155,000 - $220,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.

Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: New JerseyWorking Hours: 8 AM – 5 PMEmployment Status: Full-time

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