Resident Engineer

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Resident Engineer to provide field observation for an exciting cleanup project in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This work is taking place within a critical wastewater infrastructure facility serving the Greater Boston Area. The cleanup effort will play a key role in improving indoor air quality and overall environmental conditions.

This is more than a site-based role; you’ll be backed by a collaborative support team in both Boston and Reading, giving you access to a deep bench of engineering expertise while working at the forefront of field operations. It’s an excellent opportunity to expand your leadership experience, deepen your remediation expertise, and position yourself for long-term career growth within Weston & Sampson’s environmental team. Following completion of the project, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to transition into a full-time role with our remediation practice.

What you’ll do:

• Provide full-time, on-site observation of construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance
• Serve as the primary field liaison between the client, contractor, and project team
• Monitor paint abatement and remediation activities, evaluating contractor performance and adherence to environmental controls
• Coordinate closely with client representatives, engineers, and support staff across offices
• Review contractor submittals, schedules, shop drawings, and documentation
• Support contract administration and help interpret project specifications and requirements
• Lead or participate in project meetings, including kickoff and bi-weekly progress updates
• Maintain detailed field documentation, including daily logs and formal reports (daily/weekly/monthly)
• Identify and report non-conforming work and ensure corrective action
• Maintain organized project files and compliance records

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in resident engineering for public projects
• Strong understanding of construction inspection practices, contract documents, and field documentation
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety certification (29 CFR 1926 compliant)
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER with current 8-hour refresher
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Massachusetts PE License or EIT preferred
• Experience working in wastewater or stormwater treatment facilities is a plus
• Ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies

Hourly Rate: $45.00-$60.00 an hour.

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

We offer

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.

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A note to third-party recruiters

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