Resident Engineer/Structures Representative

Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Perform detailed phases of resident engineering, structures representative and inspection services
  • Review shop drawings and technical submittals for conformance with project plans and site conditions
  • Review construction procedures submitted by contractors for conformance with project plans
  • Act as technical liaison for the owner between contractor and design engineering personnel
  • Oversee the work of inspectors and office engineers
  • Plan and coordinates aspects of work and assign tasks
  • Prepare scope, budgets, and schedules for project assignments
  • Assist Northern California CM staff with developing technical proposal content to provide professional services


  • Required Skills & Required Experience

    Minimum 7 years of progressive and technical experience with transportation projects, with a specific focus on California local agency or Caltrans projects
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required
  • Registered Professional Engineer in the State of California
  • Solid working knowledge of managing federally funded roadway construction in California, including the following work elements: earthwork, grading, concrete and asphalt paving, traffic control, concrete structure construction, underground utilities, and SWPPP
  • Bridge structure experience is a plus, but not required
  • Relevant project experience on transportation, utility, and Local Assistance projects with proven results
  • Knowledge of Caltrans policies and procedures, and roadway construction means and methods
  • Experience with night work, lane closures and COZEEP a plus
  • Individual must be proactive in identifying field issues and developing solutions to keep the work moving
  • Ability to document all field activities, work in a collaborative manner with the owner and contractor and represent Dewberry and our clients in the highest capacity
  • Excellent communications and client relations skills
  • Must have the ability to manage a staff of field personnel and work as a team player
  • Current experience as a Resident Engineer and/or Structures Representative on public agency transportation and underground projects
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to pass a driving record background check


  • Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees
  • So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways
  • You just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities


  • At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization
  • Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation


  • Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services
  • Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information


  • Salary Range

    The projected range for this position is $106,000-$162,000 annually
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