Lead Civil Engineer – Sidewalk Upgrades & Programs

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York, Department of Transportation, seeks a Civil Engineer to oversee the Sidewalk Program, supervise engineering staff, and prepare reports for upper management. You will assess constructability of sidewalk ramps and coordinate with DDC on upgrade contracts.

Ideal candidates will have four years of civil engineering experience and a NYS Professional Engineer license. Residency is not required; competitive salary and benefits apply through the City’s programs.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• New York State Professional Engineer license required.
• Current NYS registration must be maintained for duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DOT Sidewalk Program oversee pedestrian ramp upgrade and new installation contracts.
• Supervise engineering staff.
• Create engineer-related reports for upper management.
• Assess constructability of corners for pedestrian ramps during upgrades/new installations.
• Audit tasks performed by junior engineers.
• Perform mark-outs for priority and complex locations.
• Collaborate with consultant engineers and inspectors to resolve issues.
• Attend progress meetings and address unresolved issues.
• Review designs, plans, and contract specifications/scopes.

Skills

Civil engineering

Staff supervision

Report writing

Education

New York State Professional Engineer license

Job description

The City of New York, Department of Transportation, seeks a Civil Engineer to oversee the Sidewalk Program, supervise engineering staff, and prepare reports for upper management. You will assess constructability of sidewalk ramps and coordinate with DDC on upgrade contracts.

Ideal candidates will have four years of civil engineering experience and a NYS Professional Engineer license. Residency is not required; competitive salary and benefits apply through the City’s programs.