Resident Engineer

Morgner is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer (RE) to manage and direct construction management staff for a major infrastructure bridge project. The RE will serve as the Owner’s representative and primary point of contact with the contractor, providing leadership across all construction activities, including structural and foundation elements.Key ResponsibilitiesConstruction Management & Contract AdministrationManage and direct CM staff in accordance with applicable construction manuals and agency proceduresServe as the primary point of contact for all contractor correspondenceEnsure CM staff understand and comply with contract requirementsLead weekly construction progress meetings and coordination meetingsAssign and oversee inspectors; monitor performance and documentationStructural / Bridge OversightProvide oversight of construction activities related to:Bridge foundations (piles, drilled shafts)Substructure elements (piers, columns, abutments)Superstructure systems (girders, decks, structural steel/concrete)Review and coordinate:Structural submittals and shop drawingsConstruction sequencing and means & methodsEnsure construction aligns with:Design intentStructural specifications and tolerancesCoordinate closely with:Structural engineersGeotechnical teamContractor’s structural staffMonitor risks related to:Load transfer and foundation performanceSettlement and structural stabilityInterface between foundation and superstructure systemsContract, Change & Risk ManagementIdentify potential change issues and manage:Change noticesChange ordersClaims and negotiationsReview and approve:Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs)Contractor schedulesProgress paymentsRFIs and submittalsMonitor contractor compliance with:Safety programsEnvironmental and regulatory requirementsProject Controls & DocumentationEnsure adherence to:Project controls proceduresDocument control requirementsTrack and report:Cost and schedule performanceConstruction risks and mitigation strategiesOversee project closeout activities, including transition to operationsRequired Qualifications20+ years of experience in heavy civil / infrastructure constructionExperience as a Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or Senior Project ManagerProven experience delivering large-scale bridge or infrastructure projectsStrong experience with:Structural construction (foundations + bridge systems)Contract administration and contractor oversightChange management and claims resolutionExperience in Design-Build or GCCM environmentsPreferred QualificationsExperience with:Bridge construction over water or in constrained urban environmentsDeep foundation systems (piles, drilled shafts)Familiarity with agency construction manuals and QA/QC proceduresProfessional Engineer (PE) license preferred