Assistant Team Leader

New York City Department of Transportation; New York, Water Street (NY, PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer Level 1 to join their Bridge Management Section. This role involves analyzing bridge load ratings, conducting inspections, and supervising technical tasks. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in civil engineering, hold a valid New York State Professional Engineer's License, and possess effective communication skills. With opportunities to work on significant projects, this position offers a chance to contribute to the safety and integrity of city-owned bridges while ensuring compliance with federal and state directives. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in infrastructure management.

Qualifications

• Four years of civil engineering experience required.
• Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of bridge load rating calculations.
• Perform field inspections of bridges and assess conditions.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications

Knowledge of AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation

Knowledge of NYSDOT Bridge Manual

Knowledge of NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual

Proficiency in AASHTOWare Bridge Rating

Proficiency in STAAD PRO

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare Bridge Rating

STAAD PRO

Job description

Under supervision, serves as Civil Engineer Level 1 in the Bridge Management Section of the Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, Inspections, and Operations, Division of Bridges. Performs analysis of bridge load rating calculations in accordance with load rating policies, procedures, and Federal and State load rating directives. Conducts structural analysis for City-Owned Bridges to ensure safety against heavy weight Trucks and Cranes. Performs field inspections of bridges to assess conditions and gather information for project scoping, as part of Request for Proposals (RFP) for design consultants. Reviews budget plans for bridge rehabilitation projects. Supervises subordinates in technical and administrative matters as required. The selected engineers will be flexible to work on all or any of the tasks described above depending on the workload.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
2. A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current NYS registration must be maintained throughout employment.

A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the civil engineering experience required above.

Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of recent experience as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project requiring specialized expertise in design or construction.

Preferred Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, NYSDOT Bridge Manual, and NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual is preferred.
• Proficiency in computer software such as AASHTOWare Bridge Rating, STAAD PRO, or related programs is preferred.

55a Program

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate this in your resume and cover letter.

Residency Requirement

City residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, free from discrimination and harassment based on legally protected characteristics.