Change Order Engineer

Tutor Perini Corporation•New York, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Change Order Engineer to join their project site in midtown Manhattan. Tutor Perini Corporation is a civil construction company with over a century of experience in developing and maintaining infrastructure across the nation, including highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. Notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects. The Change Order Engineer is responsible for managing, evaluating, pricing, and negotiating change orders for civil/building construction projects. This role ensures that all scope changes, contract modifications, and cost impacts are properly documented, analyzed, and processed in accordance with contract requirements. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in heavy civil and vertical construction, strong knowledge of contract administration, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to protect the company’s financial and contractual interests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (required)
10+ years of experience in change order management, cost engineering, or contract administration for a civil and building general contractor
Strong experience with heavy civil, infrastructure, and vertical construction projects (e.g., transportation, commercial, public works)
In-depth knowledge of construction contracts (lump sum, GMP, unit price, design-build)
Proven ability to price and negotiate complex change orders on large-scale projects
Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling impacts, and cost analysis
Proficiency in construction management and cost control software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, CMiC, or similar)
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and cost estimating tools
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
Excellent written and verbal skills

Responsibilities

Lead the full lifecycle of change orders including identification, documentation, pricing, submission, negotiation, and execution
Analyze drawings, specifications, RFIs, field directives, and design revisions to determine scope impacts
Prepare detailed cost estimates for change orders including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and schedule impacts
Track and maintain change order logs and ensure accurate cost forecasting and budget alignment
Evaluate subcontractor change order requests for validity, accuracy, and contractual compliance
Interpret prime contracts, subcontracts, and project specifications to ensure changes comply with contractual terms
Prepare and review notices of change, claims, and supporting documentation in accordance with contract requirements
Ensure timely submission of change order proposals and supporting backup documentation
Assist in dispute resolution and claims mitigation related to scope changes
Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, and Field Engineers to capture and validate change events
Coordinate with clients, consultants, and design teams to clarify scope changes and secure approvals
Support procurement and subcontract teams with change order negotiations and cost justifications
Attend project meetings to identify potential changes and provide commercial input
Maintain organized records of all change events, cost breakdowns, and approvals
Prepare executive summaries and reports on change order status, trends, and financial impacts
Support monthly cost reports, forecasts, and project financial reviews
Ensure audit-ready documentation for all change-related transactions
Identify potential cost and schedule risks related to design changes and unforeseen conditions
Provide recommendations to minimize financial exposure and protect project margins
Assist in the development of mitigation strategies for disputed changes and claims