Assistant Resident Engineer
About The Position
APTIM is seeking an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) with deep expertise in heavy civil transportation projects, particularly bridge deck replacements, roadway rehabilitation, ITS/ESS upgrades, and multi‑agency construction oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong field inspection capability, hands-on project administration, and the ability to support Resident Engineer functions, including managing inspectors, resolving field issues, producing project documentation, and ensuring work meets agency specifications. About APTIM APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all. What you can expect from APTIM: Work that is worthy of your time and talent Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities A voice in making our company better Investment into your personal and professional development
Requirements
- Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
- 10+ years total construction experience
- 8 years with NJTA experience
- Demonstrated experience as Senior Inspector, Office Engineer, and Assistant Resident Engineer on multimillion‑dollar transportation projects.
- Proficiency in MS Office, project scheduling (Primavera P6 exposure), digital reporting systems (e.g., CAPEX, DRJTBC systems).
- OSHA 10-hour Safety.
Nice To Haves
- NICET Levels IV preferred
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician -- Grade 1.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily construction inspection of heavy civil work, including: Bridge deck demolition and reconstruction, structural steel work, parapets, bearings, joint systems, painting, and HPC/HMA placements. Roadway rehabilitation, milling/paving, HPTO overlays, shoulder work, drainage, guide rail, and ADA-compliant improvements. ITS/ESS and communication infrastructure upgrades, including cameras, communication networks, electrical systems, and LAN expansions.
- Verify contractor work against approved submittals, RFI responses, and agency specifications.
- Elevate and/or resolve field conflicts and track impacts to schedule or cost.
- Prepare and manage: Daily inspection reports, MS Office and agency forms, and DC‑144/126 documentation.
- Quantity measurements, payment estimates, force account records, and price adjustment tables.
- Change Orders (COs) and Unapproved Adjustments (UARs).
- Project closeout packages and full as-built documentation.
- Maintain project files, correspondence, logs, and weekly updates to the client.
- Lead and coordinate inspection teams and review inspection reports.
- Schedule, facilitate, and document contractor/client meetings.
- Serve as Acting Resident Engineer when required
- Interface with NJTA, NJDOT, DRJTBC, and municipal/county representatives.
- Ensure contractor compliance with specifications, safety requirements, and permit conditions.
- Coordinate traffic control (MPT), nightwork operations, and staging activities.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Company paid and optional Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: APTIM 401(k) Guide [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf] APTIM - Helpful Documents [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents]
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
