Engineer-In-Charge

Nyc-Department-of-Design-and-Construction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks an Engineer-In-Charge to lead the Design Unit-Section 4 – Consultant Design - Group 2. The role reports to the Deputy Director and will supervise 4–6 engineers and technicians, coordinating with interagency and private utilities on capital roadway, sewer, and water main projects.

The incumbent will review contract plans, prepare CPM schedules, manage consultant contracts, and provide construction support while assisting in task orders and contract

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• New York State Professional Engineer license.
• Master's degree in civil engineering may substitute for one year of experience.
• Experience as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Design capital roadway, sewer, and water main projects.
• Supervise a staff of 4–6 engineers and technicians.
• Oversee design of ancillary work and coordinate with interagency and private utilities.
• Review and produce final contract plans, estimates, and specifications; review consultant drawings and manage contracts.
• Prepare and review CPM schedules; provide construction support as needed.
• Assist Director and Deputy Director in consultant task orders and contract requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Design infrastructure

Standards knowledge

Primavera P6

ENV SP credential

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

New York State Professional Engineer license

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Hours: Full-time – 35 Hours

All interested candidates who apply meet the minimum qualification requirements cited below are encouraged to apply.

Please indicate in your Cover Letter if you are permanent in the civil service title of Civil Engineer or if you are on the DDC promotional list #4522 or open-competitive list #4030.

The successful candidate may be required to file for the upcoming Civil Engineer exam offered by the NYC Department of Citywide Services in December 2026. For more information, please visit https://a856-exams.nyc.gov/OASysWeb/exams.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, is currently seeking an Engineer-In-Charge to join our Design Unit - Section 4 – Consultant Design - Group 2.

The successful candidate will report to a Deputy Director and will be responsible for the design of capital roadway, sewer, and water main projects and will supervise a staff of approximately 4 – 6 engineers and technicians, who will design sewers, water mains, and roadways.

The Engineer-In-Charge will oversee the design of all ancillary work; coordinate various stages of project development with interagency and private utility companies; review and produce final contract plans, estimates, and specifications; engage in the review of consultant design drawings, studies, reports, and the management of consultant design contracts; generate updated comprehensive project reports, and contract documents; coordinate utility services when needed; prepare and review Critical Path Method (CPM) design schedules; and provide construction supports when needed.

Lastly, the candidate will assist the Director and Deputy Director in the preparation of consultant task orders and specific contract requirements; and participate in the technical consultant selection review committee.

Please note: All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.). In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law, and is not hiring temporary employees. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.

Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dcas/downloads/pdf/employment/nyc-dcas-foreign-education-evaluation-guide.pdf.

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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

• Must have at least 2-4 years of strong supervisory experience, administrative, and management skills, especially in the design area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and use of computers, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and AutoCAD
• Design experience related to infrastructure work (i.e., sewer, water mains, roadways).
• Knowledge of current and up-to-date engineering methods and standards is preferred.
• Familiarity with construction specifications and standards of the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP), NYC Department of Transportation (NYCDOT), and NYS Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).
• Familiarity with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Water Works Association (AWWA), and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards and understanding of the NYC street infrastructure system.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling and Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred)

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.