Project Engineer

Actalent; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4 weeks

PTO 6 weeks with tenure

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Actalent in Farmingdale, NY, is seeking a Project Engineer with a PE license to lead field inspections and QA for civil/structural projects across NYC.

You will travel to job sites, review drawings, prepare reports, coordinate with contractors and PMs, and monitor construction activities to ensure quality and timelines.

This contract-to-hire position offers a clear growth path within a large national organization and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed PE required.
• Background in civil/structural engineering.
• 5+ years of field experience.
• Proficiency in engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Travel to NYC-area job sites for inspections.
• Prepare detailed field reports and inspection logs; submit findings.
• Perform inspections with training and provide documentation to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with contractors, architects and project managers to resolve field issues.
• Monitor construction activities for quality control, including concrete testing and materials verification.
• Review permits, drawings, and specs to ensure field alignment.
• Identify and troubleshoot on-site issues and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Civil/Structural engineering

5+ years experience

Engineering principles

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various job sites across all five boroughs to conduct inspections and ensure quality control. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or structural engineering and be a licensed Professional Engineer. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and play a critical role in maintaining project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites across all five boroughs based on client needs.
• Conduct field inspections and complete reports remotely.
• Prepare detailed field reports, inspection logs, and photographic documentation, and submit findings to clients and internal teams.
• Perform TPP inspections with company-provided training and support.
• Collaborate with contractors, architects, and project managers to resolve field issues and maintain project timelines.
• Monitor construction activities for quality control, including concrete testing, structural inspections, and materials verification.
• Assist in reviewing permits, drawings, and specifications to ensure alignment with field conditions.
• Identify and troubleshoot on-site issues, recommending corrective actions and coordinating with stakeholders for resolution.

Essential Skills

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• background in civil or structural engineering
• 5+ years of experience in the field
• Proficiency in engineering principles and practices

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ACI certification (preferred)
• NICET certification (preferred)

Work Environment

The position requires a flexible work schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with field reporting flexibility. This is a non-office-based role, with travel required throughout the NYC area. The position is salaried with a 40-hour workweek cap. New employees receive 4 weeks of PTO, which can increase to 6 weeks with tenure. Our company is a large national organization offering opportunities for growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $93.75/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.