Resident Engineer

Ramboll
York, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2024 CLOSED ON 10/3/2024

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Company Description

Resident Engineer

Bowie, MD

Are you a skilled engineer ready to take on the challenge of overseeing construction projects from start to finish? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where problem-solving and decision-making are key to project success? Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your expertise in construction management and engineering?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Water US, Construction Management Division as our new Resident Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Resident Engineer, you will engage in various levels of complexity construction related projects which will require the application of standard construction techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related construction/engineering tasks. You must be capable of collaborating and making evaluations and interpretations, exercising independent judgment selecting and applying standard engineering/construction techniques, procedures, and criteria to make design adaptations and modifications..

Your key responsibilities will be:


  • Utilizing knowledge acquitted in obtaining engineering or construction management degree to analyze the engineering concepts of a project.
  • Overseeing construction personnel to ensure construction procedures, methods and materials follow those specified in the contract documents. Directing Construction Superintendents, Project Managers, Foreman, etc. to comply with contract documents throughout the duration of a project.
  • Utilizing knowledge of technical components of a project to ensure those components meet the engineering requirements of the contract documents.
  • Performing engineering calculations throughout the duration of the project to determine such requirements as pump performance, mechanics of concrete, pipeline hydraulics, and electrical adequacy.
  • Preparing cash flow calculations from a critical path schedule and schedule of values in order for the project owner to budget total project cost and to monitor contractors progress and scheduled completion.
  • Performing other construction oversight duties such as ensuring that the performance of work conforms to the contract documents, makes engineering judgments in response to Requests for Information submitted by contractors, reviews and approve schedules of value and technical submittals.
  • Suppling engineering input to be incorporated in the development of engineering modifications and change orders.
  • Preparing change orders for work of various levels of complexity.
  • Recording daily construction activities using various data management systems.
  • Assuring proper documentation of the project is being maintained throughout the project duration.
  • Acting as a leader in implementing and promoting health and safety requirements and guidance. Coordinates safe performance of work and appropriate safety training of the team. Following the firm's Safety Leadership Rules of Engagement, creates an environment to enhance a safety culture.
  • Adhering to the policies and standards set forth in the firm's Quality Management System.


Your new team

You will be part of the Water US, Construction Management Division with a focus on supporting the delivery of Ramboll’s municipal water construction projects. This position can support work in 3 of our major areas: Mid-Atlantic, New York City, and the Northeast.

In addition, there are 3 levels of Resident Engineers, based on experience and qualifications.

About You

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:


  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
  • -or-
  • Associate’s degree or technical school certification in science, math, architecture, computing, technical drafting or other relevant technical curriculum, and 4 years of qualifying engineering experience working in the engineering/design field.
  • Ability to make decisions affecting the cost and performance of the work.
  • Ability to understand and evaluate all portions of contract documents including contract drawings, information for bidders, general conditions, technical specifications, and payment items.
  • Familiarity with construction scheduling and estimating techniques and software.
  • Working knowledge of operation and use of a variety of construction equipment.


Additional skills, certifications, and qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:


  • Advanced degree.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer.
  • Municipal and State Agency experience.
  • CCM, USACE CQM, CCCA, NICET certifications.
  • Water/wastewater plant construction management experience.
  • OSHA 30-hour Safety Training.
  • Knowledge of machinery and rigging.
  • Strong attention to detail, team player, and confident communication skills.


What We Can Offer You


  • Investment in your development
  • Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
  • Be valued for the unique person you are
  • Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company


Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Ramboll in the Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices in the Americas, delivering innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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