Office Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks an Office Engineer in New York to support transportation facilities projects including tunnels, bridges, airports, and transit systems. You will manage cost estimates, payments, submittals, and schedule tracking to ensure project success.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years of multidisciplinary construction experience, with strong communication skills. A NY/NJ PE license is preferred; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, identify discrepancies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more projects in Transportation Facilities (tunnels, bridges, terminals, airports, transit systems, ports).
• Oversee independent cost estimates, payments/change orders, submittals/RFIs, and subcontractor approvals.
• Track project schedules, time and materials billings, and overall financials.
• Assist in negotiation of construction claims.
• Track DBE/MBE/WBE/SBE compliance.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PE license (NY or NJ)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Office Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Manage one or a portfolio of projects at Transportation Facilities like Tunnels, Bridges, Terminals, Airports, Transit Systems, Ports, etc.
• Oversee project independent cost estimates, processing and negotiating of payments/change orders to contractors, managing submittals/RFIs, approval of subcontractors, tracking of time and materials billings, tracking and forecasting of project financials, tracking compliance of project schedule.
• Assist in the negotiation of construction claims.
• Track contractor DBE/MBE/WBE/SBE compliance.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience in construction, 2 + years as an Office Engineer working on major transportation/infrastructure projects for public agencies, such as PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NJTA, NJDOT.
• Excellent Organizational and communication skills required.
• OSHA 30-hour training
• PE license in New York or New Jersey

Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-New York-New York

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Field Services - FAR OH-based Contract

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.