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Assistant Resident Engineer

Mark Thomas
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2025
Our Construction Management (CM) Team is hiring an Assistant Resident Engineer! The Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) uses engineering judgment to evaluate project construction in compliance with the plans, specifications, and appropriate standards. The ARE is an authorized representative of the Resident Engineer, Senior Inspector, or appropriate Construction Manager, and can also represent the designated client contact. In any case, they will exercise authority on a project-by-project basis to the extent delegated or assigned. The Assistant Resident Engineer has full authority in matters of safety related to imminent hazard or danger on a project. The ARE is responsible to assist in various field and office construction engineering work, including but not limited to, inspection of non-structural and structural construction operations, inspection of traffic control system compliance, CPM scheduling analysis, and other areas as assigned. Mark Thomas is a great place to start and grow your CM career – come join us!

Responsibilities

  • Reads and interprets project plans, specifications, permits, and other pertinent contract documents; exercises sound engineering and construction judgement.
  • Monitors construction for compliance with contract documents.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent contract documents and references specific to projects.
  • Documents and informs appropriate representative of relevant observations, including the progress of work, problems that develop, and works proactively in identifying potential problems and issues; recommends solutions to problems and issues encountered.
  • Monitors the contractor's safety program for compliance with the contract requirements.
  • Attends/conducts safety meetings; prepares and submits safety documentation as appropriate.
  • Prepares clear and accurate diaries and photographs recording daily construction progress.
  • Measures, calculates, and documents quantities of installed materials in accordance with designated procedures, formats, and computer programs.
  • Provides support to construction project team for change order preparation and monitoring.
  • Updates As-Built drawings.
  • Coordinates surveys, materials testing, and sampling.

Qualifications

  • Holds a BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering.
  • 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in construction inspection, or 5-7 years of general construction experience.
  • Possesses knowledge and understanding of highway, bridge, and public works construction.
  • Demonstrates depth & knowledge in construction management applications.
  • A valid PE license in the State of California preferred.
  • Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project.
  • Competent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license; must meet and maintain driver eligibility requirements.

Benefits And Compensation

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

  • Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
  • 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
  • Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
  • Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
  • Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
  • FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
  • Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
  • Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
  • Budgeted time for training and career development
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.

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