Engineer-In-Charge

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

113d

About The Position

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, is currently seeking an Engineer-in-Charge to join our Construction's Bronx/North Queens - Section 2 team. Successful candidate will report to a Deputy Director and will coordinating and supervising a team of Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Inspectors, and Junior Engineers and will be responsible for conducting constructability review meetings to minimize delays in construction; ensure project information is compiled accurately; generate project data to aid in the resolution of field problems; and will provide information to the Design, Engineering Services' Utility Coordination team, and Program Management Units during various stages of construction. Additionally, the Engineer-In-Charge responsibilities will include inspecting contracted work to ensure compliance with Agency and City policies and standards; generating cost proposals and estimates to be used for contract price negotiations; evaluating and making recommendations on design and redesign modifications of engineering structures; and attend pre-alignment meetings. Lastly, the candidate will serve as the Agency's on-site representative by meeting and coordinating with representatives from both the public and private sector to minimize disruption and construction impact on the community; and developing and training employees.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of full-time satisfactory experience managing and/or inspecting construction projects with a total cost of at least $300,000 for each of the five years.
• One year of experience as described above and a baccalaureate degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, or related fields.
• One year of experience as described above and a valid license as a professional engineer, registered architect, or registered landscape architect.
• A combination of at least two years of experience as described above and the education as described to equal a total of five years of education and experience.
• Must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York.

Nice To Haves

• Three years or more as Resident Engineer experience and knowledge of various types of capital construction and consultant contracts.
• Construction experience related to infrastructure work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main).
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards.
• Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling and Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential.
• Personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise a team of Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Inspectors, and Junior Engineers.
• Conduct constructability review meetings to minimize delays in construction.
• Ensure project information is compiled accurately.
• Generate project data to aid in the resolution of field problems.
• Provide information to the Design, Engineering Services' Utility Coordination team, and Program Management Units during various stages of construction.
• Inspect contracted work to ensure compliance with Agency and City policies and standards.
• Generate cost proposals and estimates for contract price negotiations.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on design and redesign modifications of engineering structures.
• Attend pre-alignment meetings.
• Serve as the Agency's on-site representative by coordinating with public and private sector representatives.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Open to qualified persons with a disability through the 55-a Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees