Resident Engineer

Job overview

The Resident Engineer role is onsite at Port Newark, NJ, with possible relocation to another Port Authority facility within the Port District depending on workload. The expected annual compensation range is $119,678-$191,490. The role supports the Port Authority’s Construction Management Division and construction contracts at Port Newark. The engineer manages contractor activities, construction schedules, budgets, inspections, and contract administration. The role coordinates construction with facility operations and engineering groups to deliver safe, high-quality work within program requirements.

What you'll do

• Supervise engineers, inspectors, and administrators
• ensure field narratives, inspections, and reports are completed
• monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications
• manage construction schedules, milestones, and closeout
• oversee contract expenditures, payments, extra work, change orders, and claims
• report project status
• maintain WINTRAK updates
• monitor submittals and RFIs
• enforce construction management procedures
• mentor and train staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

resident engineer

port newark nj

port authority of new york and new jersey

$119,678-$191,490/year

construction management

contract administration

construction inspections

project budgets

construction scheduling

port district

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package
• details are available through the employer’s benefits information.

Why this role

Expected compensation range is $119,678-$191,490. The position permits remote work up to one day per week, subject to operational and business needs. A bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture and at least ten years of construction management experience are required.

About the employer

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is hiring for this role. Industry: Marine Cargo Handling. Sector: 48.