Resident Engineer — Wastewater

Job overview

The Resident Engineer — Wastewater role is onsite in Aurora, IL, based at the office and serving as the on-site technical representative during construction of a wastewater treatment facility project. Pay is $42–$55 per hour. Fehr Graham is an engineering and environmental firm working on infrastructure projects that affect communities. The engineer oversees construction activities to ensure work follows plans, specifications, schedules, permits, and contract requirements. The role coordinates contractors, inspectors, clients, and project teams; resolves field issues; maintains project records; and supports project closeout.

What you'll do

• Represent Fehr Graham onsite during construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities
• oversee daily construction for compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and contract documents
• coordinate contractors, inspectors, project managers, and municipal stakeholders
• review submittals, RFIs, pay applications, change orders, and field documentation
• monitor schedules, quantities, and quality control
• resolve field issues
• document meetings and observations
• maintain records and reports
• provide weekly client updates
• support punch lists and closeout.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

resident engineer

wastewater

construction oversight

wastewater treatment

civil engineering

contract administration

field documentation

municipal infrastructure

aurora il

fehr graham

$42–$55 per hour

onsite

medical dental vision

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• profit-sharing bonus plan
• paid time off.

Why this role

The posting requires at least five years of construction engineering or construction oversight experience. A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred; wastewater treatment plant experience is strongly preferred.

About the employer

Fehr Graham is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.