Assistant Engineer (Civil/Construction) (NY HELPS) - VID 224330

DGS Office of External Affairs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Office of General Services is seeking an Assistant Engineer (Civil/Construction) to supervise and inspect building construction projects of moderate size and complexity. The role coordinates contractor work, performs field inspections, reviews construction documentation, and manages project records while ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

This is a field-based, full-time position located in the Cortland Manor or Fishkill areas, requiring approximately 50% travel and

Qualifications

• Passing the FE Examination is required.
• One year of full-time engineering experience in construction project supervision if no qualifying degree.
• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% for field-based work.
• Current NYS employee with one year of Grade 18+ permanent service eligible for transfer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect building construction projects of moderate size and complexity.
• Coordinate contractor work and perform field inspections.
• Review construction documentation and manage project records.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

Field inspections

Contract coordination

Documentation review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

The Assistant Engineer (Civil/Construction) position with the New York Office of General Services supervises and inspects building construction projects of moderate size and complexity. The role coordinates contractor work, performs field inspections, reviews construction documentation, and manages project records while ensuring compliance with contract requirements. This is a field-based, full-time position located in the Cortland Manor or Fishkill areas requiring approximately 50% travel.

Key qualifications:

• Passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination and a qualifying bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• One year of full-time engineering experience in construction project supervision of building structural and architectural elements (if no qualifying degree)
• Valid New York State Driver's License or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
• Ability to travel approximately 50% for field-based work
• Current New York State employee with one year of Grade 18+ permanent service eligible for transfer (alternative pathway)