Resident Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Resident Engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand in transportation infrastructure, construction management, and public works projects across the state, covering everything from entry-level field positions through senior project oversight roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where firms like AECOM, WSP, and the Ohio Department of Transportation regularly seek resident engineers to oversee construction compliance and project delivery. The most in-demand specializations in Ohio right now include highway and bridge construction inspection, transit project oversight, and water infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Resident Engineer to join our Construction Management team.
Your Impact
- Knowledgeable in supervision, able to coordinate the work of Construction Services staff.
- Manage, coordinate, and supervise projects in accordance with contract documents, plans, Federal, State, and local specifications.
- Verify and review project documentation for acceptance including pay applications, change orders, submittals, shop drawings, cost reduction proposals, traffic control modifications, and others.
- Supervise, develop and train construction inspectors, laboratory technicians and other construction support staff assigned to a project.
- Responsible for directing, monitoring, assigning, and evaluating the work of a project and assigned staff.
- Supervise and conduct the inspection and review of work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications
- Monitors quality control and quality assurance material field testing for concrete, steel, asphalt and soils as applicable
- Responsible for field measurements of acceptable work and compiling quantity reports for payment of quantities and changes in the work
- Reviews inspector daily reports in accordance with the project's requirements
- Provides technical leadership for complex construction management projects or programs
- Apply diversified knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices and independently making decisions on significant construction engineering problems.
- Manages technical field staff
- Responsible for field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, surveying, and quality control on one large or several small construction projects.
- Supervises field inspection and field office personnel
- Manages sub-consultants Represents projects at meetings and conferences
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Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, etc.) or equivalent
- Minimum of 10 years of directly relevant experience, including Resident Engineer, Project Engineer or related roles
- Demonstrated ability to read and completely understand contract documents
- Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to read and completely understand contract documents is required.
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Resident Engineer to join our Construction Management team.
Your Impact
- Knowledgeable in supervision, able to coordinate the work of Construction Services staff.
- Manage, coordinate, and supervise projects in accordance with contract documents, plans, Federal, State, and local specifications.
- Verify and review project documentation for acceptance including pay applications, change orders, submittals, shop drawings, cost reduction proposals, traffic control modifications, and others.
- Supervise, develop and train construction inspectors, laboratory technicians and other construction support staff assigned to a project.
- Responsible for directing, monitoring, assigning, and evaluating the work of a project and assigned staff.
- Supervise and conduct the inspection and review of work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications
- Monitors quality control and quality assurance material field testing for concrete, steel, asphalt and soils as applicable
- Responsible for field measurements of acceptable work and compiling quantity reports for payment of quantities and changes in the work
- Reviews inspector daily reports in accordance with the project's requirements
- Provides technical leadership for complex construction management projects or programs
- Apply diversified knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices and independently making decisions on significant construction engineering problems.
- Manages technical field staff
- Responsible for field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, surveying, and quality control on one large or several small construction projects.
- Supervises field inspection and field office personnel
- Manages sub-consultants Represents projects at meetings and conferences
-
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, etc.) or equivalent
- Minimum of 10 years of directly relevant experience, including Resident Engineer, Project Engineer or related roles
- Demonstrated ability to read and completely understand contract documents
- Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to read and completely understand contract documents is required.
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Resident Engineer Job Market in Ohio
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in resident engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of licensure through Ohio State Board of Registration
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related technical field
- Experience reviewing construction plans, specifications, and contractor submittals for conformance
- Proficiency with project management and documentation tools such as SiteManager or equivalent platforms
- Ability to conduct field inspections and maintain daily construction diaries and progress reports
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with contractors, agencies, and stakeholders
Resident Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a resident engineer in Ohio?
Becoming a resident engineer in Ohio typically requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management, followed by licensure through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Most employers expect candidates to hold or be actively pursuing a Professional Engineer credential in Ohio. Entry-level candidates often begin as construction inspectors or project engineers before advancing to resident engineer roles on state or municipal transportation and infrastructure projects.
Which companies hire resident engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring resident engineers in Ohio right now include Bechtel Plant Machinery, WSP, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's significant public infrastructure investment through ODOT and regional transit authorities means both large engineering consultancies and state agencies are consistent sources of resident engineer openings.
Which Ohio cities have the most resident engineer jobs?
Ohio, Piqua, and Euclid have the most resident engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its role as the state capital and a hub for ODOT-funded highway and transit projects, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate demand through major port, bridge, and regional infrastructure programs supported by both public agencies and large engineering firms headquartered in those metros.
Are there remote resident engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Resident engineering is fundamentally a field-based role requiring on-site inspection, contractor oversight, and daily documentation at active construction sites, so most positions are fully on-site. About 50% of resident engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those exceptions tend to involve administrative or project controls work rather than primary field inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a resident engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a construction inspector or engineering technician with ODOT or one of Ohio's county engineer offices, which regularly hire candidates with a relevant degree and no field experience. Large Ohio consultancies like AECOM and WSP also run new-graduate associate engineer programs where candidates rotate through inspection and project delivery tasks. Earning your Engineer Intern credential through the Ohio State Board of Registration strengthens any entry-level application and demonstrates commitment to full PE licensure.
Where can I find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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