Assistant Resident Engineer

Kleinfelder Inc
San Diego, CA
Assistant Resident Engineer Location San Diego, CA (Kearny Mesa area) : :

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder Construction Service is seeking experienced Assistant Resident Engineers (AREs) to join our team! This position will support a variety of transportation and/or public works projects in Southern and Northern California.

Duties

  • Assist Resident Engineer (RE) in managing and administering construction contracts
  • Support daily management of inspection personnel, quality assurance staff, and other construction management services
  • Review and prepare project reports
  • Review field inspection and testing reports
  • Assist and coordinate project meetings
  • Review Contractor's CPM schedule, monitor construction progress
  • Coordinate utility relocations with appropriate agencies
  • Support RE in communications with contractors and the owner
  • Support RE in interpreting plans and specifications
  • Provide support for redesign efforts and resolution of field issues
  • Perform calculations for working drawing reviews, roadway geometrics, and field engineering
  • Review and process Requests for Information and submittals
  • Perform quantity calculations for progress pay estimates
  • Support RE in approving progress pay estimates
  • Prepare contract change orders, cost estimates, and change order documentation
  • Maintain project records
  • Support project closeout process

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to work independently, address contract management issues, solve field problems, make decisions effectively
  • Excellent communication skills, oral and written
  • Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of civil components, such as earthwork, drainage, roadway pavements, traffic control, water pollution control, signing and striping, and utilities
  • Proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and other contract documents
  • Knowledge of Caltrans construction practices preferred
  • Ability to use an automatic level and transit for field surveying tasks
  • Professional approach at developing strong client relations

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $93,496-$161,990

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Posted 2025-09-22

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