Assistant Resident Engineer

GFT • New York, NY

12d • $149,000 - $172,000 • Onsite

About The Position

GFT’s Construction Services Business Line in the City New York is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to support an on-going multi-disciplinary project in Staten Island, New York located in close proximity to the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. At GFT , we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence , safety , innovation , and sustainability . Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards . What you’ll be challenged to do: As an Assistant Resident Engineer at GFT, you will play a visible role in delivering critical infrastructure that protects public health and supports daily life in New York City. You will contribute to the modernization of a vital sanitary pump station in Staten Island, helping ensure reliable wastewater service for the surrounding community while navigating the complexity of construction in a dense, highly constrained urban environment. This role will challenge you to grow as an engineer by working across multiple trades and disciplines, gaining exposure to new building construction, civil and utility systems, and temporary infrastructure that keeps essential services operating during construction. You will collaborate closely with utility providers and adjacent capital projects, strengthening your ability to manage interfaces and solve real-world construction challenges. Through hands-on involvement and direct coordination with experienced construction leaders, you will deepen your technical judgment, communication skills, and understanding of how large public works projects come together. The work you support will have a lasting community impact, while positioning you for continued advancement within GFT’s Construction Services team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience on New York area heavy construction, multi-trade public works projects with coordination across public and private utility stakeholders
• Experience on NYCDEP projects; experience with NYCDDC, NYC DOT, NYSDOT, NYCEDC, MTA, or contractors working for these agencies will also be considered
• Familiarity with construction management information systems such as e-Builder, Site Manager, A-Site, Unifier, Procore, or similar platforms
• OSHA 10 certification required, with ability to obtain OSHA 30 within three months
• Physical ability to work on active construction sites, including navigating uneven terrain, traffic, excavations, ladders, heavy equipment, and outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer license in New York preferred, or ability to obtain New York PE within six months; comparable education, training, and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager and Resident Engineer in the delivery of a complex, multi-disciplinary construction project
• Read, interpret, and apply contract plans, specifications, and technical documents
• Manage and coordinate office and field inspection staff, as required
• Review contractor monthly applications for payment and supporting documentation
• Review contractor schedules, assess progress, and coordinate schedule impacts with the project team
• Coordinate NYC Department of Buildings Special Inspections with third-party Special Inspectors
• Attend, participate in, and chair monthly, bi-weekly, and ad hoc technical meetings with project stakeholders when required
• Prepare internal technical memoranda documenting project issues, status, and resolutions
• Coordinate with Con Edison and adjacent capital projects by others
• Maintain clear written and verbal communication with the project team and external stakeholders
• Be available for periodic night and weekend work based on construction operations
• Perform related duties as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

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