SW - STAFF ENGINEER

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to support sidewalk and pedestrian ramp projects. The role involves field mark-outs, collaboration with DDC, consultants, and inspectors, and preparing reports on project status and contract issues.

Qualified candidates hold a civil engineering degree or a related program, and the position emphasizes ADA familiarity and a commitment to safe, accessible urban infrastructure in New York City.

Qualifications

• A Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.
• A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.

Responsibilities

• Perform mark-outs with the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), consultant, and contractor for pedestrian ramp construction.
• Attend progress meetings to evaluate and report on the status of the contracts; address issues that are outstanding and need to be resolved with DDC; inform DDC about the Department of Transportation's (DOT) priorities for the construction of sidewalk and pedestrian ramps; prepare reports for the Executive Director and the Chief Engineer regarding contracts; participate in construction site meetings; perform related work as assigned.
• Ensure pedestrian ramp upgrades are performed in accordance with required stipulations.
• Resolves issues found on site with direction from the Assistant Civil Engineers and Civil Engineers.
• Mark out locations for construction
• Evaluate and assess pedestrian ramps after construction.
• Create field reports for any issues that require immediate attention.
• Attend site meetings.
• Assist with the review of designs, plans, and contract specifications/scopes.
• Prepares engineering reports where needed.

Skills

ADA knowledge

Education

Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering

Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering technology

Job description

CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN - 20202

***IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST LIST, EXAM # 5047.***

The Department of Transportation's (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents.

DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

The mission of the Sidewalk Program is to support the agency's goal by providing for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people by making sidewalks safe and accessible for all pedestrians.

Role and Responsibilities

• perform mark-outs with the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), consultant, and contractor for pedestrian ramp construction; work closely with consultant engineers and inspectors to resolve daily issues related to sidewalk and pedestrian ramp construction.
• Attend progress meetings to evaluate and report on the status of the contracts; address issues that are outstanding and need to be resolved with DDC; inform DDC about the Department of Transportation's (DOT) priorities for the construction of sidewalk and pedestrian ramps; prepare reports for the Executive Director and the Chief Engineer regarding contracts; participate in construction site meetings; perform related work as assigned.
• Ensure pedestrian ramp upgrades are performed in accordance with required stipulations.
• Resolves issues found on site with direction from the Assistant Civil Engineers and Civil Engineers.
• Mark out locations for construction
• Evaluate and assess pedestrian ramps after construction.
• Create field reports for any issues that require immediate attention.
• Attend site meetings.
• Assist with the review of designs, plans, and contract specifications/scopes.
• Prepares engineering reports where needed.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university; or
2. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge or experience with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Rules and Regulations is preferred.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.