Resident Engineer

Want to be part of an engineering and strategic communications consulting firm that defines success by the strength of its relationships with its clients and staff? A firm that invests in its people and fosters an entrepreneurial culture that leads to innovation for our clients, communities and environment? If so, please read on. WSC is a premier engineering, hydrogeology, construction management, and communications consulting firm that focuses exclusively on water. Our team of expert engineers and communicators is recognized for delivering successful planning, design, program management, construction management and energy solutions for municipalities, public and private utilities, special districts, energy providers and more throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. WSC is a next generation consulting leader that meets our clients where they are, providing insight, and redefining the possibilities through a high standard for hands-on service, innovation, quality, and visionary leadership. Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in our business, we are actively seeking to hire a Resident Engineer who aligns with our passion for delivering outstanding client service and high-quality results. The candidate will work primarily at our Santa Barbara County job sites. What You Will Do Project Oversight: Provide on-site leadership and oversight for water, wastewater, and/or recycled water facilities. Ensure that construction activities align with project plans, specifications, and design intent. Quality Assurance: Develop, implement, and enforce quality assurance measures to enforce specification requirements for workmanship and materials. Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any deviations from contract documents. Engage with specialty subconsultants to perform special and material inspections. Client Interaction: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with clients to understand their goals, expectations, and feedback throughout the project lifecycle. Team Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other team members to coordinate and execute project objectives. Foster a collaborative and positive working environment among project teams including owners, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors. Budget and Schedule Management: Review and monitor project schedules to ensure timely completion and adherence to deadlines. Assist in the management of project budgets, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Review contractor-submitted monthly payment applications for completeness and accuracy. Verify materials on hand and incorporated into the work. Prepare estimates of cost, review change order requests, and facilitate cost-effective resolution of construction or field issues. Risk Management: <span dat