Resident Engineer – On-site in Santa Teresa

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Resident Engineer to lead daily reporting and documentation for a high‑end luxury accommodation project in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. The role requires on‑site presence, close collaboration with site engineers, and communication with our international management team.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and input daily report data (weather, personnel, equipment, work completed, materials, inspections, safety issues) into the reporting software.
• Organise technical documentation, project plans and ensure proper record‑keeping of RFIs, CVIs, non‑conformance and HSE notices.
• Verify compliance with local building codes, safety standards and company procedures.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and propose process improvements.
• Provide leadership support by stepping in for the Site Engineer, attending high‑level meetings and contributing to strategic decisions.
• Maintain accurate logs of site inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction site roles such as Inspector, Project Engineer, Field Engineer or Site Supervisor.
• Strong knowledge of Costa Rican building codes and construction practices.
• Fluent English for communication with international teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore is a plus).

What we offer

• Full‑time, on‑site position with national relocation support.
• Opportunity to work on a landmark luxury hospitality project from construction through delivery.
• Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team.