Assistant Resident Engineer - ( 2400009E )

　　Description

　　As infrastructure deteriorates and budgets remain scarce it is vital for municipalities to allocate precious resources optimally. Every day, Stantec’s New England Asset Management group is problem-solving and providing municipalities with guidance to make smart data-driven decisions. Whether optimizing infrastructure budget allocations, inventorying, and assessing the location and condition of an asset, improving municipal workflows, or incorporating social equity into the decision-making process, you’ll be joining a team of recognized industry experts on work that’s critical to our clients and our communities. The Asset Management industry is changing — and we’re helping clients stay ahead of the change. Join a team that’s working together with the industry to deliver innovation for the long term on some of the most important and interesting projects around the nation.

　　Stantec’s New England Asset Management group has an immediate need for an Assistant Resident Engineer in Massachusetts!

　　This opportunity is an entry level position for an individual interested in asset management with a focus on capital improvement projects and improving accessibility throughout the City of Boston. We are looking for a candidate that has a positive attitude, is creative/thinks outside the box, is a fast learning, and enjoys working in the field. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, the ability to track status and activity on several ongoing projects simultaneously, and excellent communication skills both internally to the asset management team and externally to contractors and representatives from the City of Boston. The position presents an excellent opportunity to work in a rewarding field and see the first-hand challenges that are facing our public works agencies by tracking work performance and schedule.

　　What Will You Be Doing?

　　As an Assistant Resident Engineer, you will be expected to travel throughout the City of Boston daily to observe construction projects in progress, inspect completed work, communicate with contractors and perform a variety of daily field inspection reports.

　　Specific responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

　　Responsible for tracking and monitoring the construction progress of pedestrian improvement projects in the public right of way with a specific focus on ADA compliance.

　　Directly responsible for ensuring all data is collected for each newly constructed ADA curb ramp using ESRI ArcGIS, Cartegraph, or similar asset management software.

　　Ability to determine ADA compliance of pedestrian improvements in the public right of way and notify the Owner of non-compliant issues.

　　Provide technical expertise and guidance to the Owner on matters related to ADA standards, design, and construction layout.

　　Conduct daily field visits and assessments to ensure planned construction programs are met.

　　Assist in preparing reports and materials related to site investigations, MAAB Variance applications, annual reporting, ADA Trainings, etc.

　　Assist in pre-construction project planning, data gathering, and field investigations.

　　Qualifications

　　What Will You Need to Succeed?

　　Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field. Coursework dedicated to construction inspection, urban planning, asset management/economics, and/or GIS is preferred.

　　Minimum of 1-3 years of experience. Co-op/Internship experience preferred.

　　Familiarity with ADA construction standards for pedestrian infrastructure or willingness to learn

　　Familiarity with industry standard construction techniques and practices with a focus on demolition, setting of granite curb, and concrete flatwork

　　Working knowledge of survey equipment including level transits and total stations

　　Ability to work in a field setting 80% of the time

　　Demonstrate proficiency ESRI software and Microsoft Office.

　　Pro-active attitude, attention to detail, desire to learn, punctual, and highly organized.

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

　　Ability to work independently and within a team

　　Must have the ability and desire to work outside.

　　Ideal candidate has residency in the Boston area.

　　Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for short periods of time. Field work may include extensive data gathering and asset inspection with exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

　　This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

　　Why Choose Stantec?

　　Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.

　　Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.

　　A comprehensive benefits package which helps you focus on your health and well-being, save for retirement, and make the best choices for you and your family. Benefit offerings include programs such as 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vacation, Sick Time, Holiday Pay, Paid Family Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.

　　Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.

　　We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the baseball game that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.

　　Are you interested in this role but don’t meet every single requirement? At Stantec we create opportunities by inviting, embracing, and celebrating differences. So even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

　　Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

　　Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

　　The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

　　Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Boston

　　Other Locations : United States-Massachusetts-Burlington

　　Work Locations :

　　Boston Water St MA

　　Organization : BC-1794 Transpt-US Northeast

　　Employee Status : Regular

　　Job Level : Individual Contributor

　　Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

　　Schedule : Full-time

　　Job Posting : Jan 19, 2024, 9:23:47 AM

　　Req ID: 2400009E

　　Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans