Resident Engineer – Municipal

Michael Baker International

Resident Engineer overseeing construction delivery for municipal infrastructure projects across Chicago region. Leading field teams and ensuring high-quality project outcomes while managing client relationships.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $111,537 - $165,673 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee day-to-day construction activities for municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements
Serve as the primary on-site representative for the client, protecting the owner’s interests throughout construction
Manage quality, safety, and schedule performance across one or more active projects
Proactively resolve field issues and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders
Administer projects in accordance with IDOT BLRS and local agency requirements
Coordinate with IDOT District 1, municipalities, and funding agencies
Administer construction contracts including pay estimates, change orders, RFIs, and closeout documentation
Review contractor schedules, shop drawings, and submittals for compliance
Maintain accurate documentation including daily reports, meeting minutes, and project records
Act as the key liaison between municipalities, contractors, utilities, and agencies
Lead construction meetings and coordinate communications with confidence and independence
Lead a small team of inspectors, providing direction, oversight, and mentorship
Promote a strong safety culture and compliance with project safety requirements
Identify risks and implement proactive solutions related to construction, cost, and schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Civil or Construction Engineering (preferred)
10+ years of construction inspection/resident engineering experience, including leadership
Experience serving as Resident Engineer on municipal and/or IDOT BLRS projects
Knowledge of federal/MFT-funded project requirements and IDOT procedures
Experience with IDOT District 1 coordination and municipal clients
Proficiency with IDOT CMMS (required); eBuilder preferred
Illinois P.E. preferred
Ability to meet IDOT documentation and certification requirements within 6 months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-free workplace
Pre-employment substance abuse testing
Background checks
Ongoing professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

construction inspectionresident engineeringproject managementquality managementsafety managementrisk managementdocumentation managementcontract administrationschedule performancefield issue resolution

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationmentorshipproblem-solvingteam coordinationclient representationindependencestakeholder engagementproactive approachsafety culture promotion

Certifications

Bachelor’s in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s in Construction EngineeringIllinois P.E.