Structural Engineer

JG Management Systems (JGMS); Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Life insurance & disability

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

JGMS Government Services is seeking a structural engineer to join a project team in support of construction projects. The role is full-time and on-site in Niskayuna, NY.

Candidates should have 5–10+ years of structural engineering experience and the ability to obtain a DOE L security clearance. Responsibilities include developing project scope, cost estimates, and drawings, plus coordinating with architectural firms and facility staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with sponsors.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, drawings reviews, and provide engineering support during construction for buildings and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms in developing concept designs, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors.

Skills

5–10+ years experience

Building codes knowledge

Construction administration

DOE L security clearance

Engineering consulting experience

NY Building Codes knowledge

AISC/ASCE familiarity

Education

Bachelor of science in structural engineering

EIT certificate

PE license

Job description

Position Summary

JGMS Government Services is looking to hire a structural engineer that will work within a project team environment to support construction projects. This position is full-time and will be performed on-site in Niskayuna, NY.

Application Deadline

10/23/2026

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with sponsors.
• Work with a project team to develop specifications, cost estimates, drawing reviews, and provide engineering support during the construction phase for buildings and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms in developing concept designs, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in structural engineering.
• 5-10+ years experience performing structural engineering tasks including the development of contract documents, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Experience in construction administration (submittal review, RFI's, construction inspections, etc.).
• Ability to obtain DOE L security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• EIT certificate and/or PE license
• Engineering consulting experience
• Working knowledge of NYS Building Codes, AISC, ASCE

Security Clearance

Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L security clearance.

Background Check And Screenings

A pre-employment drug screening and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verification is required.

Benefits

We take pride in promoting a healthy work-life balance, family-friendly benefits, servant leadership, team values and professional growth. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical insurance - 100% company paid premiums for employees
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• 24 hours of paid community service a year
• Up to 4 weeks paid time off a year
• 10 paid floating holidays
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities

JGMS Family of Companies

Ethically minded, mission-driven. We provide applied technology, engineering, science, and management services to government and private sector clients nationwide. As a diverse team of professionals, we are focused on meeting the needs of our clients and following through with real solutions that effectively and efficiently meet all budgetary and scheduling requirements. As a member of the team, you will be involved in a growing, dynamic organization that is developing new client solutions to benefit our environment and economy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JGMS Government Services LLC (JGMS-GS) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all applicants, employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, or any other entity in professional contact with the Company. Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship may be required.