Resident Engineer

Job Description

Resident Engineer role at WSP in the U.S.

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full‑Time Resident Engineer for our Antioch, California office. The position can be located within the San Francisco Bay Area, greater Sacramento area, or the Central Valley. Projects may span multiple disciplines, such as roadway/highway and transit/rail construction.

• Plans, reviews and assigns work of subordinate field or construction field office personnel
• Reviews construction processes and engineering layouts
• Reviews project activities with client and contractor’s field supervision, resolving disputes and other daily issues
• Oversees materials testing activities
• Reviews daily inspection reports and other project documentation
• Attends and may lead construction meetings with client and contractors
• Exercises responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adheres to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Performs additional responsibilities as required by business needs

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering‑related field (e.g., Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, etc.)
• Minimum of 12 years of directly relevant experience, including Resident Engineer or related roles (or equivalent working knowledge/experience)
• At least 5 years working as a Resident Engineer on Caltrans Highway improvement projects of similar size and complexity
• Demonstrated ability to read and completely understand contract documents
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials (e.g., Caltrans)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Valid, current California Driver’s license
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening

• Professional Engineer (PE) / Licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on ensuring health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $167,800 - $249,150.

WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and compensation, provided it is not related to the applicant’s sex or other protected status.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes are considered property of WSP and may be used without fee. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.