Office Engineers (Rail Transit & NYCT)

Tectonic Engineering; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Office Engineers to contribute to vital rail transit projects. This full-time role involves overseeing documentation, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring project milestones are met efficiently. With a focus on collaboration and communication, you'll play a key role in enhancing project delivery and success. Join a dynamic team that values professional growth and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and retirement plans. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for mentoring

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Short and long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience on rail transit projects required.
• Must possess relevant certifications or a degree in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Document control and project logs maintenance.
• Coordinate with contractors and prepare project-related documents.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

NICET Level III or IV Certification

PE or RA License

CCM Certification

PMP Certification

Tools

Construction Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C. provided pay range

This range is provided by Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tectonic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourages resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class. Tectonic participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering