BOB- Assistant Civil Engineer

City of New York • New York City, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. Serves as Assistant Civil Engineer in the Division of Bridge, Bridge Painting Unit. Directs all functions pertaining to the protective coating of the City's bridges. Oversees the review of all contract documents, reports and the planning scheduling of contract work. Directs the preparation of scopes and specifications for construction contracts. Serves as liaison to outside agencies and offices including NYSDOT to ensure the proper engineering coordination and review of joint projects. Advises the Director on development of goals and objectives and the evaluation of contractor and consultant performance. Reviews and approves final cost estimates on construction work to be performed. Evaluates the work of consultants supervising construction projects. Directs, supervises and provides guidance to subordinate staff in technical and other matters. Plans, schedules and coordinates the activities of subordinate staff to meet the performance objectives and other requirements of NYCDOT related bridge protective coating. Depending on the nature of the project and in emergency situations, certain tasks may require field visits on weekends or during overnight hours. Performs other related duties.

Requirements

• Serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer, or have filed for the open-competitive Civil Service list, Exam# 7006.
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is preferred.
• Possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout duration of employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Directs all functions pertaining to the protective coating of the City's bridges.
• Oversees the review of all contract documents, reports and the planning scheduling of contract work.
• Directs the preparation of scopes and specifications for construction contracts.
• Serves as liaison to outside agencies and offices including NYSDOT to ensure the proper engineering coordination and review of joint projects.
• Advises the Director on development of goals and objectives and the evaluation of contractor and consultant performance.
• Reviews and approves final cost estimates on construction work to be performed.
• Evaluates the work of consultants supervising construction projects.
• Directs, supervises and provides guidance to subordinate staff in technical and other matters.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates the activities of subordinate staff to meet the performance objectives and other requirements of NYCDOT related bridge protective coating.

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• College savings plan
• Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax)
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level