Junior Engineer/Inspector

CES Consultants; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company contributions

PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

CES Consultants seeks a Junior Field Engineer/Inspector to support a NYCDEP Job Order Contract across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. This full-time, on-site role requires a 40-hour workweek for 12 months and provides inspection services for wastewater facilities and pump stations.

You will liaison between contractors and facility stakeholders, ensuring compliance with specs, safety regulations, and schedules while documenting field activities and coordinating with DEP EH&S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years relevant experience, or associate degree with 5+ years.
• Familiarity with NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYCDOT standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Conduct construction management and day-to-day field supervision for BWSO Job Order Contracts (JOCs)
• Provide full-time inspection services across mechanical, structural, HVAC, and electrical trades
• Participate in scope development, cost negotiation, and job order issuance
• Attend joint scope, pre-construction, and kick-off meetings
• Ensure Site-Specific Safety Work Plans are approved and coordinated with DEP EH&S
• Coordinate with Office Engineer to update submittal logs and review documentation
• Confirm required permits are obtained before mobilization
• Act as the primary liaison between general contractors, subcontractors, and facility representatives
• Monitor construction activities for adherence to specs, quality, and safety standards
• Conduct technical inspections and verify daily implementation of quality measures
• Track progress against construction schedule and initiate corrective actions for delays
• Assist in managing scope modifications and quantity reconciliations
• Prepare daily field reports, computations, and photographic documentation
• Conduct substantial and final inspections; issue punch lists and completion memos
• Collect and review all administrative close-out documents
• Assist in processing partial and final payments
• Perform additional project control duties as required

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

eGordian

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Location: New York Office - Staten Island, NY 10306

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $45.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Job Category: Engineering

CES is seeking a Junior Field Engineer/Inspector to support a NYCDEP Job Order Contract across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. This full-time role requires a 40-hour commitment per week for a duration of 12 months. The selected candidate will provide inspection services for multiple Wastewater Resource Recovery Facilities, including associated pump stations and Combined Sewage Overflow (CSO) facilities. The Junior Field Engineer/Inspector will serve as a key liaison between contractors and facility stakeholders, ensuring all construction activities comply with project specifications, safety regulations, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct construction management and day-to-day field supervision for BWSO Job Order Contracts (JOCs)


• Provide full-time inspection services across mechanical, structural, HVAC, and electrical trades


• Participate in scope development, cost negotiation, and job order issuance


• Attend joint scope, pre-construction, and kick-off meetings


• Ensure Site-Specific Safety Work Plans are approved and coordinated with DEP EH&S


• Coordinate with Office Engineer to update submittal logs and review documentation


• Confirm required permits are obtained before mobilization


• Act as the primary liaison between general contractors, subcontractors, and facility representatives


• Monitor construction activities for adherence to specs, quality, and safety standards


• Conduct technical inspections and verify daily implementation of quality measures


• Track progress against construction schedule and initiate corrective actions for delays


• Assist in managing scope modifications and quantity reconciliations


• Prepare daily field reports, computations, and photographic documentation


• Conduct substantial and final inspections; issue punch lists and completion memos


• Collect and review all administrative close-out documents


• Assist in processing partial and final payments


• Perform additional project control duties as required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology with 3–5 years of relevant experience in building restoration, rehabilitation, or upgrading


• OR


• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology with 5+ years of relevant experience


• Familiarity with industry standards/specifications (NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYCDOT)


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing NYC government projects and Job Order Contracts


• Knowledge of NYC prevailing wage applications


• Familiarity with DOB regulations, eGordian, and NYC agency codes


• Mid-level proficiency in AutoCAD


• Expert user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat


• OSHA-30 certification

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines


• Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Company Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates.


• The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families.


• The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.


• Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.

Company Overview

CES Consultants, Inc., is a rapidly expanding civil infrastructure engineering firm dedicated to excellence. At CES, teamwork drives our success as we deliver outstanding service and foster strong, lasting relationships with both our employees and clients. We are seeking passionate professionals to join us in our mission to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and enhance resilience. Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.


• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.


• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.


• Collaborating seamlessly and supporting one another as a team.