CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION 

Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to lead high‑profile municipal and local agency construction projects across the Chicago area. If you thrive in a role where your expertise is trusted, your leadership matters, and your decisions impact public infrastructure, this is an opportunity to make a lasting mark.

As a Resident Engineer, you’ll serve as the owner’s on‑site representative, overseeing transportation and municipal construction projects from pre‑construction through close‑out—while mentoring teams and partnering closely with clients and contractors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Construction Delivery

Oversee day-to-day construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule compliance Serve as the primary on-site representative for the client Protect the owner’s interests by identifying and resolving defects or deficiencies

Collaborate & Communicate

Act as the key liaison between clients, contractors, public agencies, and internal teams Lead construction meetings with confidence and clarity Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership

Manage Contracts & Documentation

Administer construction contracts, including pay requisitions, change orders, and closeout documentation Review schedules, shop drawings, and contractor submittals Maintain accurate daily logs, meeting minutes, and project records

Mentor & Develop Teams

Guide and support inspectors, junior engineers, interns, and co‑ops Set expectations, promote best practices, and foster professional growth

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Construction Engineering (construction emphasis preferred) Illinois P.E. license or ability to obtain within 6 months 10+ years of construction inspection experience, including supervisory responsibility Experience with local agency projects funded with federal construction dollars Working knowledge of IDOT projects; Illinois Tollway experience is a plus Proficiency with IDOT CMMS (required); eBuilder experience preferred

COMPENSATION 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $136,000 to $210,000. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

 

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