CareerPlan

Resident Engineer Rail and Transit

Lisle, IL, usFull-time$130k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead and manage rail/transit construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Role type

Senior Resident Engineer (Rail & Transit Construction)

Builds

Rail stations, facilities, rail systems, communications, train control, OCS, traction power, and electrical infrastructure.

Domain

Transportation Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Required skills

Resident engineering management, project leadership, scope management, quality assurance, risk management, budget and cost control, schedule management, safety compliance, technical direction, stakeholder communication, contract negotiation, proposal development, team supervision.

Preferred skills

PMP certification, proficiency in project management software, familiarity with industry standards and regulations, problem-solving, decision-making.

Technologies

Project management software, OCS, traction power systems, train control systems, electrical design tools.

Responsibilities

Lead projects from pre-construction to commissioning; define scope, objectives, and deliverables; implement quality control processes; identify and mitigate risks; monitor budgets and costs; develop and maintain project schedules; enforce safety protocols; provide technical direction to staff; supervise field activities; prepare quality and safety plans; manage client relationships; assist in project pursuit strategies and proposals.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities