Resident Engineer

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Country: United States

Category: Construction Management

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract To Hire

Posted Date: June 18, 2026

Job ID: 648029

Job Description

Job Title: Resident Engineer

Location: Hamilton, IL

Pay Range: $40.00-$48.00/hour + Overtime (1.5x Pay Rate)

Work Hours: Project-Based Construction Schedule

Type of Employment: Contract-to-Hire (9-Month Assignment with Strong Potential for Permanent Employment)

Benefits: Per Diem (Days Worked On-Site), Company Vehicle or Rental Vehicle Provided, Competitive Benefits Package

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Resident Engineer for a growing company in the heavy civil infrastructure and water resources industry. Qualified candidates must have experience with construction quality assurance (CQA), concrete demolition and placement, field documentation, and construction oversight. Experience supporting dams, levees, water infrastructure, or other large-scale civil construction projects is highly preferred. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Job Description

Take the next step in your engineering career by joining a high-impact infrastructure rehabilitation project. This is an excellent opportunity for a field-focused engineer or geologist who enjoys working on complex construction projects and wants to build long-term career opportunities with a respected engineering organization.

As the Resident Engineer, you will serve as the on-site representative during construction, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications. You'll collaborate closely with contractors, inspectors, designers, and project stakeholders while helping deliver critical infrastructure improvements.

Responsibilities include:

  • Perform construction quality assurance (CQA) inspections throughout project execution.
  • Observe and document demolition, excavation, dewatering, concrete placement, and finishing activities.
  • Verify contractor compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
  • Prepare detailed daily and weekly construction reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
  • Identify field issues and assist with the resolution of construction challenges.
  • Coordinate with contractors, engineering teams, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
  • Monitor project progress and communicate schedule, quality, and safety concerns.
  • Assist with constructability reviews, project reporting, change management, and project closeout activities.
  • Support implementation of project Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Health & Safety programs.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geological Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 3 years of construction experience.
  • Required experience with Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) on concrete construction projects.
  • Experience observing concrete demolition, placement, finishing, and quality control activities.
  • Strong understanding of construction quality management practices and field inspection procedures.
  • Experience preparing daily reports, weekly reports, and construction documentation.
  • Experience supporting heavy civil, infrastructure, water resources, dam, levee, pipeline, or similar construction projects is preferred.
  • ACI Certification is highly preferred.
  • OSHA 10-Hour certification required (or ability to obtain prior to project start).
  • Strong communication, organization, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in an active construction environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with construction management software, MS Project, or Primavera P6 is a plus.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license required.
  • Ability to perform construction site inspections and work outdoors as required.

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.

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