Airport Construction Engineer (Hybrid/Remote Options)

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Construction Engineer to manage diverse civil, structural, electrical or mechanical elements for verification against contract documents. The role involves coordinating with facility staff and stakeholders to minimize disruption while advancing work at Newark Airport and other PA facilities as needed.

Responsibilities include field inspections, reviewing drawings, change orders, and payment applications, plus attending progress meetings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of experience as an Engineer with principal experience in construction.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to be fingerprinted and pass a criminal background check to obtain TWIC, SWAC or SIDA ID.
• Willing to relocate to any PA Facility within the Port District depending on workload.

Responsibilities

• Write and file daily field inspection reports and track contract work and extras.
• Review construction drawings and contract documents.
• Perform field visits and inspections for contractor compliance.
• Identify extra work and prepare estimates for change orders and lump sum conversions.
• Assist with review of monthly contractor invoices and payment applications.
• Coordinate inspections with Materials Unit and other Engineering Divisions to support progress and closeouts.
• Attend progress meetings and write minutes and memos as directed.
• Ensure contractor compliance with Construction Submittals, SARs and RFIs.

Skills

Communication skills

Field inspection

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Trimble (E-Builder)

Job description

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Construction Engineer to manage diverse civil, structural, electrical or mechanical elements for verification against contract documents. The role involves coordinating with facility staff and stakeholders to minimize disruption while advancing work at Newark Airport and other PA facilities as needed.

Responsibilities include field inspections, reviewing drawings, change orders, and payment applications, plus attending progress meetings and