Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is assisting a leading global consultancy to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). The role requires expert utility infrastructure knowledge, construction-phase support, and collaboration with Amtrak, utility owners, and contractors.

You will guide field teams, review designs, RFIs, and field changes, and mentor junior staff in a hybrid NYC metro area office. Competitive compensation and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering; master's preferred.
• PE license in NY or NJ.
• 10+ years in civil engineering focusing on utilities and construction-phase support.
• Ability to resolve field issues and contractor-driven design changes.
• Knowledge of utilities, drainage, grading and infrastructure systems.
• Familiarity with Amtrak, AREMA, NJDOT and NYDOT standards.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and public agencies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination.
• Willing to work in a hybrid NYC metro area.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical SME for utility infrastructure during construction.
• Provide field support and resolve utility and civil construction issues.
• Review designs against field conditions and constraints.
• Evaluate RFIs, submittals, field changes, and deviations.
• Coordinate with contractors, Amtrak, and utility owners.
• Support tie-ins, relocations, and sequencing during construction.
• Review shop drawings and as-builts; participate in site inspections.
• Identify risks to cost, schedule, and constructability.
• Mentor junior staff and support project delivery.

Skills

Civil engineering understanding

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical SME for utility infrastructure systems during construction, including:
  - Water distribution
  - Sanitary sewer systems
  - Stormwater drainage systems
  - Natural gas distribution
  - Electric power distribution and transmission
  - Telecommunications and fiber-optic networks
• Serve as the civil/utility SME during construction for a major Amtrak design-build project.
• Provide technical support to field teams and lead resolution of utility and civil-related construction issues.
• Review and validate completed designs against field conditions, constructability, and project constraints.
• Evaluate and respond to RFIs, submittals, field changes, and design deviations.
• Coordinate with contractors, Amtrak, utility owners, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve conflicts and interface issues.
• Support utility coordination during construction, including tie-ins, relocations, and sequencing.
• Contribute to broader civil scope, including drainage, grading, and corridor infrastructure as needed.
• Review shop drawings and as-builts and participate in field inspections and construction meetings.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting cost, schedule, and constructability.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff and support overall project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (Master's preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey or New York.
• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience with strong emphasis on utility infrastructure and construction-phase support.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex field issues, constructability challenges, and contractor-driven design changes.
• Broad civil engineering knowledge, including utilities, drainage, grading, and infrastructure systems.
• Familiarity with Amtrak standards, as well as AREMA, NJDOT, and NYDOT requirements.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, utility owners, and public agencies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related engineering tools.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder coordination skills.\
• Local resident of NYC metro tri-state area and willing to work in a hybrid project office environment.
• Utility engineering and coordination for major transportation, rail, transit, tunneling, highway, airport, or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within design-build, progressive design-build, or alternative delivery environments.
• Familiarity with FRA, FTA, DOT, municipal, and utility company design and permitting requirements.

The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities looking to work on the most challenging, high-profile and innovative projects. If you're an ambitious professional who thrives in a client-facing role and enjoys delivering solutions that drive project success, we encourage you to apply.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation

• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.