Resident Engineer – Southeast Missouri

About the role

Gonzalez Companies is seeking a Resident Engineer to lead Department of Transportation (DOT) construction projects across Southeast Missouri, including Cape Girardeau, Sikeston, and Jackson. The role provides on‑site oversight, ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and schedule targets while delivering personalized client service.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the on‑site lead for DOT construction projects, overseeing daily operations.
• Ensure contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, DOT standards, permits, and safety requirements.
• Manage construction inspection staff and specialty inspectors.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, shop drawings, schedules, and material certifications.
• Monitor project progress, track quantities, review pay applications, and recommend contractor payments.
• Identify, document, and resolve construction issues, field changes, and non‑conforming work.
• Prepare and review change orders, force‑account work, and claims documentation.
• Conduct progress and coordination meetings with utilities, local agencies, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project records, including daily reports, test results, and correspondence.
• Ensure adherence to environmental commitments, traffic control plans, and public safety requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of construction management or inspection experience on DOT or heavy‑civil transportation projects.
• Thorough knowledge of DOT specifications, construction practices, and contract administration procedures.
• Experience overseeing roadway, bridge, drainage, utilities, and traffic‑control construction activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and documentation abilities.
• Proficiency with DOT documentation systems, construction management software, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Familiarity with state DOT materials testing, quality‑assurance, and inspection protocols.

Required skills

• DOT documentation systems
• Construction management software
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative team of creative and talented professionals