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Hill International

Resident Engineer

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Contract type:

Freelance / Contract

Salary:

$160,000 – $200,000 / year

Location:

New Jersey, USA

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

5 October 2026

What they need


Hill International is seeking a Resident Engineer in South, Central, and North Jersey. This position is open to collect resumes in anticipation of upcoming work.

  • Administer the construction contract and review work for compliance with all governing specifications.

  • Review work progress for compliance with the contract documents.

  • Proactively review the contract documents to anticipate, identify, and/or prepare change orders needed to resolve conflicts and/or recommend improvements.

  • Ensure job site safety by observing contractor operations and traffic conditions, making recommendations, and taking corrective action when necessary.

  • Perform field inspections of contractor’s work to determine compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions, and utility agreements.

  • Prepare reports and maintain accurate and complete project records.

  • Calculate and document field quantities for payment purposes.

  • Document as-built condition of constructed facility.

  • Prepare contract change orders for making alterations, deviations, additions to, or deletions from the plans and specifications to ensure proper completion and construction.

  • Review CPM schedule and identify and mitigate project risks.

  • Complete a daily diary of pertinent activities and discussions held regarding the progress of the contractor’s work and interaction with the Senior Construction Manager.

  • Assist in the resolution and response to contractor disputes in a timely manner.

  • Prepare draft claim reports when required.

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management of heavy civil engineering projects.

  • Approximately 5 years of supervisory experience in the management of heavy civil infrastructure construction.

  • Experience as a Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or Project Manager on rail projects.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.

  • Registration as a Professional Engineer and/or Certified Construction Manager, preferred.

  • Valid Driver’s License.

The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000. The salary offered will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

Hill International, with more than 4,400+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com .

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisiconsulting.com .

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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