BOB- Civil Engineer I

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking a Civil Engineer I to serve in the Bureau of Capital Design and Construction within the Division of Bridges. The incumbent will support bridge capital design and construction projects, manage schedules, review consultant submissions, and coordinate with city and state agencies.

Experience requirements include four years of civil engineering work and a valid New York State Professional Engineer license; a master’s degree may substitute for

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current NYS PE registration must be maintained for duration of employment.
• A master's degree in civil engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct all functions during the design and/or construction phase of bridge reconstruction/rehabilitation projects.
• Review consultant submissions, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and environmental documents.
• Coordinate with NYCDOT divisions and external agencies (NYSDOT, FHWA, NYCDPR, etc.).
• Attend field meetings and coordinate with contractors to resolve construction issues.
• Manage project schedule and use CPMS and PASSPort for contract-related tasks.
• Identify and manage risks and issues to ensure project success.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (substitutes for 1 year of experience)

Job description

Civil Service Title- Civil Engineer I

**NOTE: DEC 2, 2026 BEGINS THE ANTICIPATED FILING PERIOD FOR CIVIL ENGINEER PROMO EXAM NO. 7515 AND CIVIL ENGINEER OC EXAM NO. 7020. THOSE NOT SERVING PERMANENTLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO FILE - PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED**

Serve as Project Engineer in the Bureau of Capital Design and Construction in the Division of Bridges. The selected candidate will work on bridge capital design or construction projects in the Roadway Bridges group. The job may include some or all of the following tasks: Direct all functions during the design and/or construction phase of a bridge reconstruction/rehabilitation projects with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Analyze complex civil engineering projects to determine requirements, uncertainties and constraints. May lead a variety of tasks requiring the ability to multitask and work in a multidisciplinary environment. The tasks may also include the review of consultant submissions during the design phase such as plans, specifications, cost estimates and environmental documents as well as consultant invoices, project schedule and possible change orders. The review of various documents may require coordination with divisions within NYCDOT as well as other agencies such as NYSDOT, FHWA, NYCDPR, and other external agencies. Attend meetings in the field or coordinate with contractors or other field personnel to resolve issues that may arise during the construction are required. Manage project schedule. Utilize the Contract & Project Management System (CPMS) for rating approval, process invoices. analysis and manage of risks and issues. Use PASSPort to process contract change requests. Check in FMS 2 and FMS3 to ensure the projects have sufficient funds. Update project schedule in PWA. Manage and resolve project issues. Take a proactive approach to project risk management. Perform other related duties.

Work Location

55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041

Hours

8:00AM - 4:00PM/Monday - Friday

CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

Other reasons you should work for us: Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. College savings plan Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax) a tax-deferred savings program and access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. 35-hour base work week. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists.

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 New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1” above.

Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Preferred Skills

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Knowledge of current civil engineering design and construction practices and techniques in the bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction. A successful candidate will likely have capable of multitasking and working with multidiscipline teams.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.