Resident Engineer Rail and Transit - Lisle, IL

Job DetailsJob Location: Lisle, IL 60532Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 SalaryJob Category: Rail & TransitLochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a Resident Engineer - Rail & Transit in Lisle, IL.  Resident Engineer with 10 years of resident engineering experience managing rail/transit construction projects Lochner joined Egis, a global infrastructure consulting, engineering, and operations firm, expanding our capabilities while preserving the values and culture that define who we are. Egis is a global leader in Transportation (all modes), Cities (vertical and horizontal infrastructure), and Community Resources (energy, water, and Environmental). Are you ready to join us on this journey? As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.  Lochner – learn more about us   Your impact: Project Leadership: Lead and manage rail/transit projects from pre-construction, construction, & post-construction, and commissioning phases. Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to ensure project goals are met. Scope Management: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of workmanship in all aspects of the project. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and cost overruns. Budget and Cost Control: Monitor project budgets, control expenses, and track project costs to ensure financial objectives are met. Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary to meet project milestones. Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and standards to maintain a safe working environment for all project personnel. Reporting: Provide regular project status reports to senior management and clients. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness. Provides technical direction and guidance to staff and subordinate engineers/inspectors, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule Supervises field staff, coordinates field activities, and provides project progress reports to the client and Lochner CEI Office Manager Prepares and manages quality and safety plans for the project Work with the CEI Office Manager on development and execution of significant project pursuits and delivery Assist the CEI Office Manager to formulate and execute project opportunity capture strategies, including teaming and positioning for major pursuits, helping in proposal efforts and identification of required staff resources to win and effectively deliver projects Establish relationships with external clients and customers, including industry associations and other potential consultant team members and construction contractors Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting Lochner’s values both internally and externally   Who you are: Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field Professional Engineers (PE) license required Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus Proven experience (10+ years) of resident engineering experience managing rail/transit construction projects Strong understanding of stations, facilities, rail systems, including communications, train control, OCS, traction power, and electrical design Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in project management software and tools Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Commitment to safety and quality Valid Driver’s License required   CommitmentJoining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career. Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes: Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care Paid Family Leave Retirement Plan with Employer Match  Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible) Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3 Education and Training Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service What we offer – Learn more   Work Environment The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.    Physical Requirements The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.    Equal Employer Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. 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