Office Engineers (Rail Transit & NYCT)

Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and career development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with profit-sharing

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC is seeking experienced Office Engineers (Rail Transit & NYCT) for full-time, on-site work in Forest Hills, NY. Join a team working on NYC Transit, Metro-North, LIRR, and other major rail projects with focus on document control and coordination.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of rail transit experience, a relevant diploma or degree, and professional certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of rail transit project experience and maintaining project records.
• HS Diploma or equivalent with one of the listed certifications or a BS degree.
• Strong organization, communication, and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Document control, submittal tracking, and file management.
• Prepare meeting minutes, letters, and project correspondences.
• Review inspector daily reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with contractor and owner staff to expedite submittals.
• Track insurance submissions and expiration dates.
• Monitor MBE/WBE/DBE/SDVOB utilization reporting.
• Track trainings and assist with change order scopes of work.
• Assist with monthly progress reports and project meetings.
• Support Resident Engineer and Project Manager to close out the project.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

BS Civil Engineering or related

5 years office engineering exp in lieu

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Position: Office Engineers (Rail Transit & NYCT)

Location: Forest Hills, NY

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 1513-780-2026

# of Openings: 1

Tectonic is actively seeking experienced full-time Office Engineers to work on upcoming MTA Transit projects (NYC Transit, Metro North Railroad, Long Island Rail Road, Staten Island Railway, Bus, etc.), as well as for upcoming NJ Transit and Amtrak projects!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Document control; submittal & deliverable tracking; maintenance of files, documentation, and project logs;
• Utilizing owner-provided Construction Management software;
• Preparation of meeting minutes, letters, and other project-related written correspondences;
• Review of inspector's daily reports for accuracy;
• Coordination with contractor and owner staff on expediting turnaround times on submittal and deliverable transmissions and reviews respectively;
• Tracking of all contractor and consultant insurance submissions and expiry dates;
• Tracking and reporting on contractor MBE, WBE, DBE, and SDVOB utilization;
• Tracking and Reporting on all required consultant and contractor trainings;
• Drafting of change order scopes of work as needed assistance with the review and validation of contractor payment requests and owner labor‑force invoices;
• Assistance with preparation of monthly progress reports;
• Participation in project progress meetings;
• Assist Resident Engineer and Project Manager with ensuring successful execution, completion, and close‑out of the project;
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 3 years of prior experience working on rail transit projects (NYC Transit, Metro North Railroad, Long Island Rail Road, Staten Island Railway, Bus, etc.) and maintaining project records is required;
• Must possess a HS Diploma/Equivalent, and must possess and maintain at least one of the following:
  • Valid NICET Level III or IV Certification;
  • Valid PE or RA License;
  • Valid CCM Certification;
  • Valid PMP Certification;
  • BS Degree in Civil Engineering or an acceptable field;
  • An additional 5 years of Office Engineering experience in lieu of certifications/degrees listed above.
• Excellent organization, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills;
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn project specific software as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the essential functions of these positions, the employee is frequently required to assume a stationary position, handle, inspect, and/or feel documents, materials and/or equipment relevant to the job and communicate about same. The employee is also regularly required to move around on project sites occasionally on other structures or equipment, including ascending or descending the landscape, and positioning themselves appropriately to access necessary testing materials and equipment, frequently for prolonged periods of time.

The employee will also communicate with colleagues, supervisors and clients utilizing Corporate and client e‑mail and telephone systems. Employees may also be required to undergo substance abuse testing in accordance with project requirements, US DOT Regulations, and/or Company policy. The employee may occasionally be required to operate a computer, as well as other related office machinery, such as calculators, printers, and copy machines. This position also may require the regular operation of a motor‑vehicle, which may require remaining stationary for extended periods of time.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE

Tectonic offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Opportunities for mentoring, professional development, and career advancement
• Tuition reimbursement to advance education
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Company‑observed, paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit‑sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
• High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for medical expenses and dependent care
• Commuter benefits for public transportation costs
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $70,000 - $140,000 / year

EEO STATEMENT

Tectonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Tectonic participates in USCIS E‑Verify to verify employment authorization.

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