Rail Project Engineer: Lead Transit Construction & Scheduling

RailWorks Corporation

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 125,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension (Local Union #3)
IBEW Pension
NEBF
Medical, dental & vision
HRA
Educational Fund
Deferred salary
Social Security Payback
Paid sick leave
Vacation
Bereavement

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation in New York is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, develop, and coordinate engineering activities for construction projects.

You will ensure compliance with contract requirements, support schedules, and provide technical support to field teams; strong communication and plan-reading skills are required. RailWorks offers union benefits and total compensation reflecting market value.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years in construction engineering required.
  • Bachelors degree; advanced degree a plus.
  • Experience reading plans and specifications; safety awareness.

Responsibilities

  • Manages project engineering activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements and schedule.
  • Supports development, updating, and approval of construction schedules.
  • Provides technical support for construction efforts including design interpretation.
  • Interfaces with on-site departments to ensure quality and safety.
  • Supervises field layout and surveying activities.
  • Coordinates material delivery to stay on schedule.
  • Reviews change orders and develops proposals.
  • Assists in bids, take-offs, and project setup.
  • Analyzes field construction problems and discrepancies.

Skills

Project engineering
Communication skills
Plan interpretation
MS Office
Field coordination

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering/Construction/PM

Job description

RailWorks Corporation in New York is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, develop, and coordinate engineering activities for construction projects.

You will ensure compliance with contract requirements, support schedules, and provide technical support to field teams; strong communication and plan-reading skills are required. RailWorks offers union benefits and total compensation reflecting market value.

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