Resident Engineer – Aviation & Infrastructure – PA/MD/NJ/DE

Resident Engineer – Aviation & Infrastructure – PA/MD/NJ/DE 

Pennsylvania | Maryland | New Jersey |Delaware

Full-Time | On-Site | PA/MD/NJ/DE 

Why CMTS? 

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide. 

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver. 

About Your Role 

CMTS is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). The selected individual will oversee the construction process and staff for various project types including bridges, highways and roads. Responsibilities will include oversight of work to ensure execution is accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner, and in accordance with plans, specifications and client expectations.

This role will oversee project coordination efforts involving contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, client representatives, and internal project teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, technical, and project delivery skills with experience managing complex public sector or infrastructure projects in active operational environments. 

Projects may include airport terminal improvements, airside and landside infrastructure, utility modernization, roadway and transit improvements, tenant improvement projects, vertical construction, facility upgrades, and other public sector capital improvement initiatives. 

Education Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or another related field.

What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done 

• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of New Jersey and/or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction management in one of the following areas Civil/Airfield, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Systems Integration
• Daily field management
• Technical oversight
• Coordination among contractor, designer, and Airport
• RFI and submittal review
• Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods.
• Knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Understanding all facets of the construction process.
• Familiarity with construction management software packages.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Leadership and human resources management skills.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Verification of construction compliance
• Inspection oversight
• Electronic records management
• As-built documentation

What Will Make You Stand Out 

• PMP (Project Management Professional) preferred
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager) preferred
• OSHA 30 preferred 
• Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred

Certifications / Licenses 

• Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred

Software 

• Primavera P6
• Procore
• e-Builder
• Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360
• Microsoft 365 

Having Relevant Experience working on:

• Terminal modernization
• Airfield rehabilitation
• Passenger facility renovations
• Utility infrastructure projects
• Complex phasing and sequencing
• Passenger Boarding Bridge Replacements
• Baggage Handling and Makeup Systems
• Vertical Transportation Modernization
• Environmental permitting support, SWPPP compliance, Hazardous materials coordination
• Sustainability reporting
• Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for design and construction processes.

What You’ll Do 

•  Lead and manage aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects throughout all phases from planning through closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact between clients, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and internal project teams
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, budgets, risk management strategies, and project delivery objectives 
• Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contract compliance 
• Review and manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, contractor pay applications, schedules, and progress reports 
• Identify project risks, operational impacts, scheduling conflicts, and construction challenges while implementing proactive mitigation strategies 
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with client standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications 
• Oversee project controls activities including schedule tracking, cost management, forecasting, contingency management, and reporting 
• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts throughout all phases of project delivery 
• Manage project closeout activities including punch lists, turnover documentation, warranties, as-built records, and final acceptance procedures 
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders 
• Mentor junior staff and support operational excellence across project delivery teams 

Salary Range 

$150,000.00 to $190,000.00

CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways. 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.