[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All AECOM jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/) · [Search jobs](/search/) AECOM · Piscataway, NJ # Resident Engineer Piscataway, NJ Operations Listed on AECOM’s official careers site. Posted June 15, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/3B76563EB3A84853963F38DD319FFB00/job/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [AECOM](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/) / Resident Engineer ## Job description Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. ### Job Description AECOM is seeking an Resident Engineer to join our Construction Management teams in our New Jersey Transportation group. The selected candidate will support railroad bridge transportation projects, working closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. This role offers the opportunity to oversee project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. ### Position Responsibilities - Oversee field construction inspectors during the project construction phase, including preparation of daily work schedules, site safety monitoring, technical oversight, and quality assurance - Coordinate and supervise construction management activities and assignments of direct reporting staff to ensure efficient project execution - Interface with contractors to coordinate construction activities, resolve constructability issues, and maintain aggressive project schedules - Evaluate and validate contractor change order requests against contract documents, negotiate costs and schedule impacts, and make recommendations to senior management - Perform inspection and resident engineering activities on railway bridge projects, ensuring compliance with construction site safety standards and operational requirements - Develop and maintain project schedules, manage budgets, and track costs to ensure timely completion and financial accountability - Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, utility companies, and local communities to ensure smooth project execution - Implement quality control processes and ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and environmental and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle - Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders Qualifications Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor’s Degree plus 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education ### Experience with New Jersey Transportation clients Preferred Qualifications - Excellent written communications and presentation abilities in internal project settings with, the senior management team, external project stakeholders including senior client management leadership + 6 plus years of experience in resident engineering, construction management, project management, engineering and related fields is preferred - Excellent interpersonal skills, staff supervision, strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution abilities - Software proficiency in FACS ### Certifications - PE,CCM, NICET, PMP, DBIA Additional Information - Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. - Relocation is not available now or in the future. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. _To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment._ Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $145000 to $165000. ### About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ### ReqID J10154001 ### Business Line Transportation ### Business Group DCS ### Strategic Business Unit East ### Career Area Construction ### Work Location Model On-Site ### Compensation USD 145000 - USD 165000 - yearly ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Jun 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 126 days - Location: Piscataway, NJ[Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/3B76563EB3A84853963F38DD319FFB00/job/) ## More jobs at AECOM ### [Electrical Engineer (BESS Focus)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/58ca9a0e760f79cf1a2b/) Piscataway, NJ ### [Electrical Engineering Intern- Hiring Event with AECOM - New York City](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/4dfb888bb8d24ffb0b40/) Piscataway, NJ ### [Engineering Geologist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/2509b98137378843808b/) Piscataway, NJ ### [Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer - Networking Event with AECOM – New York City](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/acdbb2799192915a9386/) Piscataway, NJ ### [Entry-Level Civil Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - New York City](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/019ccbf08380a7f164c8/) Piscataway, NJ ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Resident DM (Atlanta Area)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/a5b14c4777efcfa8d751/) Aramark · Atlanta, GA, US ### [Global Nephrology Resident](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/davita/jobs/57f24c198401ac3e6405/) DaVita · Yuma, AZ ### [Resident Maintenance Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/digi-key-electronics/jobs/f6771d657593e52e4e65/) Digi-Key Electronics · Thief River Falls, MN ### [Part Time Universal Banker (20 Hours)- Fontana Branch- Resident](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/391a5c47d1f96fb0722d/) Citigroup · Fontana California United States ### [Global Nephrology Resident](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/davita/jobs/b5d2f0b532c5047c16d2/) DaVita · Fresno, CA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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