BOB- Project Engineer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

55a Program

Residency not required

Job summary

The City of New York, Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges, is seeking a Civil Engineer Level 3 to review complex bridge and retaining wall projects, perform seismic analyses, and oversee field inspections. You will work with Resident Engineer, contractors, and consultants to ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal standards.

Location: 55 Water St, New York, NY. Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.
• 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 employment.
• Masters degree in civil engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, at least one year of experience in the last three years as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project.

Responsibilities

• Review technically complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects, including design calculations and drawings at various design/construction phases.
• Perform seismic analysis and seismic calculations for bridges and retaining walls.
• Conduct field inspections of bridges and retaining walls.
• Review construction projects, respond to RFIs, and attend meetings with engineers, contractors, and consultants.
• Supervise subordinates in technical and administrative matters.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree substitution for one year of experience

Tools

AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications

AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation

NYSDOT Bridge Manual

NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual

Job description

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: CIVIL ENGINEER

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

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City.

Serves as a Civil Engineer Level 3 in the Engineering Review Section of the Division of Bridges. Reviews technically complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects, including design calculations and design drawings at various phases of design and construction to ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal standards. Reviews and performs seismic analysis and seismic calculations for bridges and retaining walls. Performs complex analysis of bridge load rating calculations in accordance with load rating policies, procedures, and Federal and State load rating directives. Performs structural analysis for city-owned bridges to ensure their safety against heavy-weight trucks and cranes. Performs field inspections of bridges and retaining walls to assess conditions. Reviews construction projects for Bridges and retaining walls, including RFI (Request for information) by contractors, conduct field visits to construction sites and attend construction meetings with Resident Engineer, contractors, and consultants. Supervises subordinates in technical and administrative matters. Performs other related duties.

Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, NYSDOT Bridge Manual, and NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual is preferred. Knowledge of computer software is preferred.

Work Location
55 Water St. New York, NY 10041

Hours
8:00AM - 4:00PM

Other reasons you should work for us:

• 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.

CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

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

• Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and writing.
• Possess a NYS Professional Engineering License.
• Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions.
• This license must be maintained throughout duration of employment in this position.

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.