Assistant Engineering Manager

RailWorks Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits (Local #3 – IBEW)

Travel across NYC boroughs

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager to support multi-disciplinary rail construction projects across electrical, signal, traction power, communications, civil, and more. You will manage engineering status reports, track drawings, and maintain logs to keep schedules aligned across several projects.

The role requires coordinating with engineering teams, preparing daily survey reports, and helping implement CPM-based schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or related field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with CAD software and design workflows.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to travel across NYC boroughs.
• Physically able to work on construction sites and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage engineering activities through status reports.
• Maintain drawing logs and logs tracking.
• Attend project meetings to monitor schedules.
• Identify delays and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate engineering activities to align with schedules.
• Prepare daily survey reports and survey logs.
• Update schedules using CPM methods.
• Provide guidance on status reports and tracking tools.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or a related field

Tools

Bentley/MicroStation

REVIT

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.)

As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:

• Local Union #3 Pension (after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary and annuity fund plans
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$105000 - $125000 / year total compensation

Position Summary

About Us

Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Job Summary

The Assistant Engineering Manager will support Engineering Managers in overseeing rail construction projects across multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, signal, traction power, communications, civil, structural, track, and catenary systems. This role is responsible for managing engineering status reports, tracking drawings and maintaining drawing logs, and helping ensure alignment between engineering activities and schedules across multiple projects.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Support engineering staff in tracking and managing all engineering activities through status reports and project logs
• Develop and maintain tracking logs as needed to support project requirements
• Attend project meetings to stay informed on construction schedules and milestones
• Identify scheduling conflicts or delays and assist in implementing corrective actions to maintain project timelines
• Assist in coordinating engineering activities to ensure alignment with overall project schedules
• Prepare daily survey reports and maintain survey schedule logs in accordance with project needs
• Maintaining engineering survey schedule logs
• Assist in updating engineering schedules using a project’s Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Provide guidance and training to engineering staff on the use of status reports and tracking tools

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or a related field
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple construction projects simultaneously
• Familiar with CAD software such Bentley/MicroStation, REVIT, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
• Efficient in using project management and design workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Highly organized with strong time management capabilities.
• Willingness to travel across New York City’s five boroughs for project meetings and fieldwork
• Physically able to navigate construction sites (standing, climbing, stooping, crouching)
• Willingness to work outdoors and conduct field surveys
• Comfortable in all weather conditions and high-noise environments

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at construction sites as well as indoors
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction
• Sits, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
• May be exposed to loud noise

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City