Office Engineer - Roadway

GFT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tax-deferred 401(k)

Paid-time-off accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A construction services firm is seeking an experienced Office Engineer - Roadway to lead transportation projects in New York. Responsibilities include project record maintenance, collaborating with engineers, and assisting in reports. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and relevant education. Compensation ranges from $100,000 to $170,000 per year with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience, previously as an Office Engineer.
• Experience managing submittals, RFIs, and daily reporting.
• OSHA Safety Training required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain construction project records.
• Interface with Resident Engineer on contracts and payments.
• Assist in preparing monthly progress reports.

Skills

Construction Management

Scheduling

Document Management

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Nicet III or equivalent agency-approved experience

Tools

SiteManager

CEES

Job description

Office Engineer - Roadway role at GFT

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking an experienced Office Engineer - Roadway to join our Construction Services team in New York, NY. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to lead roadway-related transportation projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the field.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

As an Office Engineer, you will play a key role in construction inspection services for culvert rehabilitation and replacement projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Maintain construction project records.
• Interface with the Resident Engineer and senior inspection staff on contract change orders, item payments, and material testing.
• Attend project meetings and assist in preparing meeting reports.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly progress reports and maintain project logs.
• Review daily inspection reports and quantity computations.
• Assist in determining schedule and budget requirements.
• Assign tasks and coordinate work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff.

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Nicet III or one of the following:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
• Equivalent agency-approved experience
• 5+ years of related experience, previous experience as an Office Engineer
• Experience with Construction Management, Scheduling, and Document Management software(s)
• Proficient in SiteManager, CEES, and/or other client-based systems
• Experience managing submittals, RFIs, correspondence logs, daily reporting, and change orders
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• OSHA Safety Training.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $170,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.