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Urban Engineers hires Construction Engineers to lead infrastructure and transportation projects across the U.S. The firm has pursued employment-based Green Card sponsorship for engineering talent, making it a viable target if you're building a long-term U.S. career in civil or construction engineering.
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Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Hartford, CT to join the Construction Inspection Department as a Resident Engineer. This position will be able to provide inspection on CTDOT Bridge & Highway and Rail & Facility projects throughout the region.
Responsibilities
- Supervision of all construction within the project limits to ensure that the work conforms to the requirements of the Contract plans and specifications.
- Monitor and document all work performed by the Contractor, public utility companies, railroads, governmental agencies, and other entities.
- Interface with the various inspections staff, Client and Contractors on all facets of the project.
- Perform daily construction inspection of work activities.
- Complete daily reports, quantity calculations, and reports for construction work observed.
REQUIREMENTS
- PE – Licensed Professional Engineer registered in the State of Connecticut, or the ability to obtain it with reciprocity within 6 months, required + and/or Certified Construction Manager Certification (CCM)
- Minimum Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering
- Certifications highly preferred: ACI level 1, NETTCP CI, NETTCP HMAPI, and ATSSA-TCS
- Experience working on CTDOT Highway & Bridge projects and Rail & Facility projects preferred. To qualify, candidates must meet the minimum requirements above; however, candidates are also encouraged to review CTDOT inspection requirements listed in the “Consultant Engineering & Inspection Pamphlet” listed on the CTDOT Website.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT URBAN
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K and company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Certification Bonus
PAY RATE
$65.00 - $100.00 / hour
LOCATION(S):
Hartford, CT | On-Site Only
ABOUT URBAN:
-LH Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for our Clients.
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INTRODUCTION
Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Hartford, CT to join the Construction Inspection Department as a Resident Engineer. This position will be able to provide inspection on CTDOT Bridge & Highway and Rail & Facility projects throughout the region.
Responsibilities
- Supervision of all construction within the project limits to ensure that the work conforms to the requirements of the Contract plans and specifications.
- Monitor and document all work performed by the Contractor, public utility companies, railroads, governmental agencies, and other entities.
- Interface with the various inspections staff, Client and Contractors on all facets of the project.
- Perform daily construction inspection of work activities.
- Complete daily reports, quantity calculations, and reports for construction work observed.
REQUIREMENTS
- PE – Licensed Professional Engineer registered in the State of Connecticut, or the ability to obtain it with reciprocity within 6 months, required + and/or Certified Construction Manager Certification (CCM)
- Minimum Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering
- Certifications highly preferred: ACI level 1, NETTCP CI, NETTCP HMAPI, and ATSSA-TCS
- Experience working on CTDOT Highway & Bridge projects and Rail & Facility projects preferred. To qualify, candidates must meet the minimum requirements above; however, candidates are also encouraged to review CTDOT inspection requirements listed in the “Consultant Engineering & Inspection Pamphlet” listed on the CTDOT Website.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT URBAN
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K and company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Certification Bonus
PAY RATE
$65.00 - $100.00 / hour
LOCATION(S):
Hartford, CT | On-Site Only
ABOUT URBAN:
-LH Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for our Clients.
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Align your credentials with PE licensure expectations
Urban Engineers operates in a consulting environment where Professional Engineer licensure carries real weight. Get your EIT certification and document progress toward your PE before applying. Firms sponsoring EB-2 or EB-3 often factor licensure trajectory into their PERM-readiness assessments.
Target Urban Engineers' infrastructure-heavy project teams
Urban Engineers concentrates heavily on transportation, bridges, and transit systems. Frame your resume around those project types specifically. A background in highway or structural construction engineering will map more cleanly to their active hiring than general commercial construction experience.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Construction Engineer roles
Urban Engineers posts Construction Engineer openings across multiple U.S. offices, and availability shifts with project pipelines. Use Migrate Mate to filter and track current roles at Urban Engineers that are open to visa sponsorship candidates.
Clarify the sponsorship timeline before accepting an offer
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship through PERM typically takes 12 to 24 months from job offer to I-140 approval, not counting priority date backlogs. Confirm with the hiring team whether they intend to initiate PERM filing within your first year of employment.
Document your project scope and cost responsibility thoroughly
PERM labor certification requires Urban Engineers to define the role's minimum requirements precisely. Your resume and offer letter need to reflect specific project values, team sizes, and engineering disciplines you've managed, since DOL scrutinizes whether stated requirements are genuinely tied to the job.
Understand how EB-3 differs from EB-2 for your situation
If your U.S. degree or foreign equivalent falls short of EB-2 standards, USCIS may classify your role under EB-3. Know which category your qualifications support before negotiations, since EB-3 priority date backlogs for some nationalities can add years to your Green Card timeline.
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Does Urban Engineers sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Engineers?
Urban Engineers' publicly available sponsorship activity for Construction Engineers reflects employment-based Green Card pathways, specifically EB-2 and EB-3, rather than H-1B filings. If you're currently on H-1B status with another employer, you'd typically need to negotiate a transfer to Urban Engineers, which requires them to file a new H-1B petition on your behalf. Confirm their current H-1B policy directly during the offer stage.
How do I apply for Construction Engineer jobs at Urban Engineers?
Urban Engineers posts openings through their careers portal and hiring activity shifts with active project awards in transportation, transit, and infrastructure. Browse current Construction Engineer roles at Urban Engineers filtered for visa sponsorship eligibility through Migrate Mate. When applying, tailor your materials to their project specializations, particularly bridge, highway, and transit construction, since generic applications rarely advance in consulting firm hiring processes.
Which visa types are commonly used for Construction Engineer roles at Urban Engineers?
The sponsorship pathway Urban Engineers has pursued for Construction Engineers falls under employment-based Green Card categories: EB-2 for roles requiring advanced degrees or exceptional ability, and EB-3 for positions filled by professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent. These are permanent residency categories, not temporary work visas, so the process involves PERM labor certification filed with the DOL before USCIS adjudicates the immigrant petition.
What qualifications does Urban Engineers expect for sponsored Construction Engineer roles?
Urban Engineers typically hires Construction Engineers with civil or structural engineering degrees and project experience tied to transportation or infrastructure. PERM filings require the employer to set minimum qualifications that reflect genuine job requirements, so expect postings to specify degree field, years of relevant experience, and sometimes EIT or PE status. Experience with construction management on DOT-funded projects tends to align well with their project portfolio.
How do I think about the timeline for Green Card sponsorship through Urban Engineers?
Once employed, the PERM process begins with DOL prevailing wage determination and recruitment, which alone can take six to twelve months before Urban Engineers files the labor certification. After PERM approval, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition. Depending on your country of birth and the EB category, priority date backlogs at the Department of State can extend the total timeline significantly, particularly for applicants born in India or China.
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