Resident Engineer

Position Overview

At HDR our employee-owners create a welcoming, inclusive environment where each person is valued and respected. Every role plays a critical part in our mission to deliver quality, safe, and trusted construction services. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you will be on the front lines of infrastructure development – from highways and bridges to water treatment plants and power facilities – ensuring that our clients’ visions are built to the highest standards.

Resident Project Representative I is a leadership role focused on quality control, project documentation, and staff supervision, while also supporting business development and strategic planning in both New Mexico and Arizona markets.

Locations: Primary Location: United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque; Other Locations: United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Arizona-Tucson.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications; identify discrepancies or conflicts.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor activities, including labor, equipment, and materials used.
• Review construction materials for contract compliance and track quantities to develop pay estimates.
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings and document project observations and test results.
• Identify nonconforming work, develop punchlists, and ensure corrections are completed.
• Develop record documentation for engineer review and assist with project audit/closeout.
• Supervise and direct junior Resident Project Representatives, Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants.
• Support the development and growth of CM/CE&I in New Mexico through marketing, hiring, and training plans.
• Participate in strategic planning and develop client relationships to support market growth.
• Provide oversight and management of construction projects for DOTs, municipal agencies, and utilities ensuring proper documentation and material quality processes are followed.
• Review contractor invoices and make recommendations regarding pavement to clients.
• Write and issue field orders, initiate change proposals for design review, estimate change costs, negotiate with contractors, and recommend acceptance to the Project Manager.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with construction-related codes and laws.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identifying discrepancies or conflicts.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of related or equivalent experience, including project management experience preferably with NMDOT/ADOT or other municipalities.
• NM PE license (or AZ license if located in Arizona).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.
• Experience with preparing proposals and contracts for public agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and manage staff.
• Experience working as part of a team to successfully deliver construction projects and processes.
• Commitment to quality improvement and HDR values.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.