Office Engineer

Kseng; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurances

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

A mid-size engineering firm is seeking an Office Engineer for NYSDOT projects in Hauppauge, NY. The role involves providing technical support, managing quality assurance paperwork, maintaining logs, and preparing construction estimates. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related fields and 4-5 years of relevant experience. Additional certifications such as NICET III are preferred. The position offers various employee benefits, creating an inclusive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of NYSDOT experience needed.
• Additional construction certifications such as NICET III preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track quality assurance and certification paperwork.
• Maintain RFI, submittals, and change order logs.
• Perform engineering calculations related to quantities and payments.
• Prepare and submit change orders and force account charges.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proactive self-starter

Technical support for project management

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or related

Tools

NYSDOT program Site Manager

Document control systems

Job description

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position

Office Engineer – NYSDOT

Reports to

Project Manager/Resident Engineer

General Qualities

• Proactive self-starter capable of setting a positive example for the staff.
• Provides technical support to the Project Manager/Resident Engineer.
• Has full technical and administrative responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating projects/assignments.
• Strong Written and Oral communication skills.

Technical Responsibilities

• Track quality assurance and certification paperwork.
• Maintain RFI, submittals, and change order logs.
• Perform duties involving requirements to provide document control services.
• Perform engineering calculations related to quantities and payments.
• Proofread inspection reports.
• Prepare and submit change orders and force account charges.
• Prepare monthly construction estimates and payments.
• Keep office records, track delay and submittal logs.
• Review and monitor inspector’s reports, quantities, and cost.
• Coordinate between City agencies and private utility companies.
• Process close‑out documentation.
• Track punch list items.
• Prepare as‑built drawings.
• Prepare progress reports and meeting minutes.
• Respond to client and other KSE department needs.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Familiar with all company policies and procedures and verifies implementation and compliance.
• Completes time sheet daily.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or related from an accredited college.

Experience

• At least 4 to 5 years of NYSDOT experience. Experience with NYSDOT program Site Manager.
• Additional construction certifications such as NICET III preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods (often 6–8 hours a day).
• Maintaining posture while working at a computer.
• Short periods of standing or walking within the office (to printers, meeting rooms, etc.).

Professional Development

Actively participates in professional development and training and licensing.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, nationality, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.