Change Order Engineer - NYC DEP Projects
Certified Site Safety of NY LLC•Village of Mamaroneck, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Change Order Engineer with deep expertise in the NYCDEP Bureau of Engineering Design and Construction (BEDC) change order process. In this role, you will lead cost evaluation, technical analysis, and negotiations for complex infrastructure projects across New York City. You will serve as a critical link between engineering design and project financials—ensuring all change orders are accurate, justified, and fully compliant with NYCDEP standards.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of direct experience with NYCDEP BEDC capital project change order processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business Analytics, or related field
- Advanced proficiency in Sage (Timberline), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong estimating background across general construction, heavy civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & controls (I&C)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare audit-ready and contractual documentation
- Ability to interpret complex civil, MEP, and water/wastewater treatment system designs
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed independent cost estimates, including quantity take-offs, vendor pricing validation, and benchmarking against historical data
- Oversee the full lifecycle of change orders—from initial review through negotiation, approval, and audit closeout
- Lead cost negotiations with contractors to achieve fair and defensible agreements
- Develop Authorized Cost Breakdown Summaries, Negotiation Memoranda, and formal responses to Office of Engineering Audits (OEA)
- Evaluate contractor proposals, Time & Material (T&M) records, and supporting documentation for accuracy and contract compliance
- Support the quantification of financial impacts related to delays, inefficiencies, and scope changes
- Develop probable cost estimates for anticipated change orders to support project budgeting and planning
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
