Field Office Engineer – Water Infrastructure

HDR, Inc.; Grahamsville (NY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Office Engineer to join our Construction Services team in the Hudson Valley region, including Ulster County and Grahamsville, NY. You will read drawings, track quantities, prepare pay estimates, and participate in progress meetings, ensuring contract compliance and accurate field records.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction and at least 5 years of multidisciplinary project experience, with strong communication skills and a commitment to our

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of contracts; familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs and spot discrepancies.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient computer skills; experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications; identify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor activities, labor, equipment, and materials.
• Review construction materials for contract compliance.
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings.
• Conduct observations of installation and acceptance testing of equipment and systems.
• Identify nonconforming work and manage punch lists.
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance.
• Assist with project audits/closeout.
• Work under supervision of a Design Project Manager.
• Supervise junior Resident Project Representatives, Construction Inspectors, testing services, and subconsultants.

Skills

Reading drawings

Contract interpretation

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction

Tools

Primavera

Job description

HDR is seeking an Office Engineer to join our Construction Services team in the Hudson Valley region, including Ulster County and Grahamsville, NY. You will read drawings, track quantities, prepare pay estimates, and participate in progress meetings, ensuring contract compliance and accurate field records.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction and at least 5 years of multidisciplinary project experience, with strong communication skills and a commitment to our