MEP Construction Project Engineer – AECOM Tishman

AECOM•New York, NY

10h•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM Tishman is seeking an MEP Entry Level Construction Project Engineer to be based in New York, NY. This position is expected to begin in September 2026. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Assigned to a field construction organization in a general or single discipline position. Assist in overseeing activities of construction crafts/trades within an assigned area of responsibility. Receives continual supervision and direction in the performance of assigned responsibility. Receives technical and operational direction from the assigned Superintendent or Project Manager. Assists with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility. Monitor’s subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations Reviews manpower, material, equipment requirements with others as designated by supervising superintendent. Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by Field Management. Assists with compliance of safety program that creates a safe and health work environment through the job site and adheres to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements. Ensures safety standards and requirements are adhered to by crafts/trades, laborers and others when in the assigned operational area as well as ensure tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely. Prepares reports, as required, and keeps supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities. Under guidance of Superintendent or Project Manager, monitors work performance and of subcontractors to ensure project plans and schedules are followed. This includes, but is not limited to, reviewing construction methods, schedules, manning charts, material and equipment requirements, etc. Ensures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements, with particular emphasis on accurate, properly coded timecards and accurately codes, fully priced material delivery tickets. Uses current construction management system to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing daily diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs, submittal logs and agreements. Provides assistance to assigned contractors in scheduling issues. Monitors the project pre-plan which includes a CPM schedule, work sequences, manpower utilization, material handling and storage requirements and equipment use. When requested, interfaces with client, architect and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction. Contribute to building good communications between field management, project management, estimating, procurement, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications and company quality standards and that the project is completed on time and within budget. Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing training skills in order to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.

Requirements

Completed Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, Plumbing, Building Technology, or similar major.
Able to follow directions and interact with all levels of management on a working construction project.
Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Nice To Haves

Desire to work and learn in an MEP environment (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing).
Experience in interiors construction, renovation and retrofitting in commercial construction.
Mechanical experience and MEP highly preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Prior Internship experience within the construction industry.
Experience working on a live construction site.
Experience engaging with multiple trades on a construction project.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing activities of construction crafts/trades within an assigned area of responsibility.
Assist with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility.
Monitor subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promote quality control of all installations.
Review manpower, material, equipment requirements with others as designated by supervising superintendent.
Enforce policies, procedures and related work rules as established by Field Management.
Assist with compliance of safety program that creates a safe and healthy work environment through the job site and adhere to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements.
Ensure safety standards and requirements are adhered to by crafts/trades, laborers and others when in the assigned operational area as well as ensure tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
Prepare reports, as required, and keep supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities.
Monitor work performance of subcontractors to ensure project plans and schedules are followed.
Ensure compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements, with particular emphasis on accurate, properly coded timecards and accurately coded, fully priced material delivery tickets.
Use current construction management system to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing daily diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs, submittal logs and agreements.
Provide assistance to assigned contractors in scheduling issues.
Monitor the project pre-plan which includes a CPM schedule, work sequences, manpower utilization, material handling and storage requirements and equipment use.
Interface with client, architect and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction.
Contribute to building good communications between field management, project management, estimating, procurement, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications and company quality standards and that the project is completed on time and within budget.
Continuously expand and update professional knowledge and hone training skills in order to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.