Project Engineer – Capital Projects (Remote 1x/Week)

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Major Capital Projects program, delivering components of the Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement and related MCP initiatives. You will assist in managing design contracts, monitor design consultants, and coordinate with operations to align design with project requirements.

A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related technical field and at least two years of capital project experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical discipline.
• At least two years of experience in capital projects, preferably including design management or field construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Program Manager in the delivery of assigned project components for the Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement (MBTR) and ancillary MCP projects.
• Assist in managing design contracts to ensure work is delivered within established scope, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor and coordinate the work of design consultants, particularly mechanical and electrical systems supporting the MBTR projects, including specialized Mechanical and Electrical reports from subconsultants.
• Administer contracts, including review of invoices, tracking progress, and supporting change order processing.
• Coordinate with facility operations and stakeholders to support design development related to MBTR project.
• Facilitate coordination between design team and construction management regarding mechanical and electrical system submission and commissioning.
• Review and track consultant and contractor submittals, ensuring alignment with project requirements and design intent.
• Support field oversight by monitoring construction activities, identifying issues, and escalating concerns as needed.
• Assist in maintaining project documentation, including technical records, reports, and quality assurance/acceptance materials.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project leadership and support coordination across project teams.

Skills

Project management

Coordination

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Major Capital Projects program, delivering components of the Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement and related MCP initiatives. You will assist in managing design contracts, monitor design consultants, and coordinate with operations to align design with project requirements.

A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related technical field and at least two years of capital project experience are