Job Description
Job Description
Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Resident Engineer to lead field observation of a two-year PCB-impacted paint abatement project in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The PCB-impacted paints are within a critical infrastructure facility for the Greater Boston Area wastewater system; the abatement will improve air quality within the facility building. Responsibilities include monitoring the PCB abatement and remediation, evaluating contractor performance, and ensuring work aligns with project requirements and environmental controls. The project will require careful coordination with the client, contract administration and reporting, and close communication with engineers working in support. Following completion of this project, the successful candidate will have the option of continuing in a full-time position with the Weston & Sampson remediation team.
What you’ll do:
- Provide full-time on-site observation and documentation of work quality and progress.
- Act as the field liaison between the client and contractor.
- Facilitate communication between the home office, client, and contractor, particularly regarding submittals.
- Assist in interpreting contract documents.
- Review contractor schedules, shop drawings, and schedule of values.
- Attend pre-construction kickoff and bi‑weekly progress meetings.
- Notify the project team of any work initiated without required approved submittals.
- Verify the accuracy and relevance of certificates, manuals, and other documentation.
- Conduct and document daily site reviews for general and substantial conformance.
- Report unsatisfactory or non‑conforming work.
- Maintain organized field office files, including a daily project diary. Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
- Maintain wage‑rate and affirmative‑action compliance records.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, or equivalent background.
- Minimum 10 Years of experience providing resident engineering services including with PCB and other hazardous building material abatement and remediation.
- Experience with general construction inspection policies, procedures and administrative requirements.
- Working knowledge and experience with interpreting contract documents.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational/time management skills.
- OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety training compliant with 29 CFR 1926.
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER with current 8-hour refresher.
- Valid driver’s license and able to provide own reliable transportation.
- Massachusetts PE License or EIT
- Experience preparing high-quality field documentation.
- Understanding of combined sewer/stormwater treatment facilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with contractors, engineers, and state agencies.
- Availability for extended hours as needed.
- Provide a flexible working schedule as project needs arise.
Hourly Rate: $45.00-$54.00 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
Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.