Jr. Field Engineer

Actalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Transportation benefits

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Resident Engineer to oversee sidewalk reconstruction and street tree planting across New York City parks. This field‑driven role requires coordinating with contractors and NYC Parks staff to ensure safety, quality, and on‑time completion.

The position is contract to hire, based in Brooklyn, NY, with typical hours 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. A personal vehicle is required for travel between sites and field duties. Benefits are available for eligible roles.

Qualifications

• Education options: choose one (or more) above as required.
• Experience in Construction Oversight, Parks Projects, Sidewalks, Landscaping, Forestry, or Civil Works.
• Ability to read and apply project specifications and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and managing multiple sites.
• Willingness to work outdoors year‑round in varying weather.
• Access to a vehicle for travel between job sites.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site visits across city parks and sidewalks (within one borough).
• Be on site by 7:00 A.M., overseeing active construction and planting operations.
• Coordinate contractor activities including excavation, saw cutting, planting, and concrete restoration.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications, safety standards, and contract requirements.
• Work with project managers and NYC Parks representatives to keep projects on track.
• Track and verify quantities for pay items such as trees planted and excavation volumes.
• Complete daily field reports, measurements, and documentation.
• Enforce safety compliance, including proper PPE and safe work practices.
• Make independent field decisions and elevate issues as needed.

Skills

Field experience

Construction Oversight

Parks projects

Read & apply specs

Documentation

Safety compliance

Independent field work

Education

Associate degree + 2 years field experience

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year related experience

Master’s degree + 6 months related experience

3+ years hands‑on field experience

Job description

Resident Engineer – NYC Parks Projects, THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PERSONAL VEHICLE!!

Help Shape New York City’s Green Spaces—One Block At A Time.

We’re looking for a field‑driven Resident Engineer to oversee sidewalk reconstruction and street tree planting projects across New York City’s parks and neighborhoods. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys being in the field, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring high‑quality work that directly improves public spaces.

This long‑term position offers stability, growth, and continued involvement in NYC’s ongoing street tree planting and parks improvement programs.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct daily site visits across city parks and sidewalks (typically within one borough).
• Be on site by 7:00 A.M., overseeing active construction and planting operations.
• Monitor and coordinate contractor activities including excavation, saw cutting, planting, and concrete restoration.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications, safety standards, and contract requirements.
• Work closely with project managers and NYC Parks representatives to keep projects on track.
• Track and verify quantities for pay items such as trees planted and excavation volumes.
• Complete daily field reports, measurements, and documentation.
• Enforce safety compliance, including proper PPE and safe work practices.
• Make independent field decisions and elevate issues as needed.

All work is ground‑level only—no climbing, pruning, or active roadway work.

What You Bring

• Education & Experience (One Of The Following):
• Associate degree + 2 years of relevant field experience
• Bachelor’s degree + 1 year of related experience
• Master’s degree + 6 months of related experience
• OR 3+ years of relevant hands‑on field experience
• Experience in Construction Oversight, Parks Projects, Sidewalks, Landscaping, Forestry, Or Civil Works.
• Ability to read and apply project specifications and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and managing multiple sites.
• Willingness to work outdoors year‑round in varying weather.
• Access to a vehicle for travel between job sites.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Nice To Have

• Experience with street tree planting, tree protection, or landscape construction.
• Knowledge of plant species, soils, or basic plant health.
• Past work with landscaping or tree care companies.
• Familiarity with urban parks or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Interest in long‑term growth within parks, infrastructure, or arboriculture programs.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Field‑based role across NYC’s parks and streetscapes.
• Standard hours: 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

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