Resident Engineer
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Country: United States
Category: Construction Management
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract To Hire
Posted Date: June 2, 2026
Job ID: 648029
Job Description
Resident Engineer - 648029
Location: Hamilton, IL
Pay Range: $40/hr - $48/hr + Overtime (1.5x Pay Rate)
Work Hours: Project-Based Construction Schedule
Type of Employment: Contract-to-Hire
Benefits: Per Diem of $178 per day worked. Company vehicle or rental vehicle provided while on project assignment.
The Planet Group is currently seeking a Resident Engineer for a growing company in the infrastructure and water resources construction industry. Qualified candidates must have experience with construction quality assurance, concrete demolition and placement activities, field documentation, and construction oversight. Experience with mass concrete projects, heavy civil construction, dams, levees, or other infrastructure projects is highly preferred. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Job Description
The ideal candidate is an ambitious engineer or geologist with experience in heavy civil construction and concrete quality assurance who is looking to grow their career while working on a large-scale infrastructure project.
Key Responsibilities:
* Observe and document demolition, excavation, dewatering, and concrete placement activities.
* Perform construction quality assurance inspections and verify compliance with project specifications.
* Monitor contractor activities and identify field issues related to construction methods, design intent, safety, and quality.
* Support the resolution of field conditions and construction-related challenges.
* Prepare detailed daily and weekly construction reports.
* Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, designers, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
* Assist with constructability reviews and provide field feedback to engineering and project teams.
* Monitor project progress and communicate schedule, quality, and safety concerns.
* Implement project Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Health & Safety plans.
* Review construction documentation and maintain accurate project records.
* Participate in project meetings and provide updates regarding field activities and project status.
* Support cost, schedule, procurement, compliance, and change management efforts.
* Assist with project reporting, documentation, and closeout activities.
* Serve as the on-site project representative throughout construction activities.
Requirements
* Minimum 3 years of construction experience.
* Experience with Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) for concrete projects is required.
* Experience observing concrete demolition, placement, finishing, and quality control activities.
* Strong understanding of construction quality management practices.
* Experience preparing daily reports, weekly reports, and field documentation.
* Familiarity with heavy civil, infrastructure, water resources, dams, levees, pipelines, pump stations, or similar projects is preferred.
* ACI Certification strongly preferred.
* OSHA 10-Hour certification required (or ability to obtain prior to project start).
* Strong communication, documentation, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently in a field environment.
* Experience using Microsoft Office and construction management software.
* Familiarity with scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6 is preferred.
* Ability to evaluate project decisions based on cost, schedule, quality, and safety considerations.
* Physically capable of performing construction site inspections.
* Valid U.S. driver's license required.
Additional Information:
* Long-term project assignment with strong potential for direct hire.
* Per diem provided for days worked on-site.
* Company vehicle or rental vehicle provided.
* Excellent opportunity for an engineer or geologist seeking hands-on field experience with major infrastructure construction projects.
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
EEOC Compliance Statement
The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
