Office Engineers (Rail Transit & NYCT)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company-observed holidays

401(k) with profit sharing

Comprehensive medical insurance

HDHP w/ Health Savings Account

FSAs for medical and dependent care

Commuter benefits

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tectonic Engineering seeks an experienced Office Engineer to support rail transit and NYCT projects in Forest Hills, NY. The position involves document control, submittal tracking, and coordination with owners and contractors to keep projects on schedule.

Required 3+ years on rail transit projects; a BS in Civil Engineering or related certifications (NICET, PE, CCM, PMP) or 5 additional years of experience. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of rail transit project experience and project records.
• HS Diploma/Equivalent; at least one of NICET III/IV, PE/RA, CCM, PMP, or a BS in Civil Engineering, or 5 additional years of Office Engineering experience.
• Excellent organization and communication skills; ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project software as needed.

Responsibilities

• Document control, submittal and deliverable tracking, and project logs maintenance.
• Utilize owner-provided Construction Management software.
• Prepare meeting minutes, letters and project correspondences.
• Review inspector daily reports for accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractor and owner to expedite submittals and reviews.
• Track contractor/consultant insurance submissions and expiries.
• Track and report on MBE/WBE/DBE/SDVOB utilization.
• Track consultant and contractor trainings; draft change orders as needed.
• Assist with monthly progress reports and project meetings.
• Support Resident Engineer and Project Manager; ensure project execution and close-out.

Skills

Document control

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office Suite

Multi-tasking

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

HS Diploma/Equivalent

NICET III/IV

PE or RA License

CCM Certification

PMP Certification

5 years as Office Engineer (in lieu)

Tools

Construction Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

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

Tectonic’s goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate’s work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position.

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.