Sr. Resident Engineer

Port Authority of NY & NJ • New York, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Major Capital Projects (MCP) is responsible for design and construction delivery of the new Midtown Bus Terminal and construction management of the core and shell of the new Hudson Tunnels for the Gateway Development Commission. Reporting to the Assistant Director and working under the direction of the Engineer of Construction (EOC), the Senior Resident Engineer provides senior-level management, oversight, and coordination of construction activities associated with these projects. The role may serve the Midtown Bus Terminal project and/or the Hudson Tunnels project.

The Senior Resident Engineer oversees complex construction projects and teams, supports and mentors staff, manages contract administration, coordinates project interfaces, and advises senior leadership on project status and significant issues. The position permits remote work up to one day per week; in-person collaboration and regular in-office or team collaboration days may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible construction management experience, including progressively responsible supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of project management software, including but not limited to Bluebeam, E-Builder, Wintrak, Primavera, and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineering License in New York or New Jersey.
• Design/Build experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of construction strategies, processes, and procedures.
• Knowledge of established Port Authority procedures and processes, including project and construction management, the Tenant Construction/Alteration Application (TCA/TAA) review process, financial systems, and document control.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing submittals, change orders, and payments for multiple contracts simultaneously while maintaining budgets and progressing field work.
• Experience managing staff of various skill levels.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including report preparation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience interacting with executive management and construction professionals within and outside the Port Authority.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and coordinating Port Authority construction projects.
• E-Builder and Contract Manager software experience.
• Proven ability to manage projects of similar size, complexity, and risk and effectively use limited available resources to achieve complex goals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Lead Engineer Authority (LEA) for Stage 4 construction projects and provide senior-level oversight of major, complex, and high-risk construction assignments.
• Oversee multiple construction projects and/or project teams, including schedule, budget, scope, staffing, critical path activities, and overall construction progress.
• Direct, guide, and mentor Resident Engineers, Engineers, Inspectors, and Administrators, including training staff on Port Authority construction management practices, contract administration, and established procedures.
• Oversee contractor compliance with plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, applicable codes and regulations, safety requirements, and Port Authority standards; advise on complex construction issues, field conditions, and design interfaces.
• Provide senior-level oversight of construction contract administration, including submittals, change orders, claims, payment applications, correspondence, documentation, and project closeout.
• Review and negotiate complex change orders, extra work, claims, and contractor disputes; act as a senior escalation point and recommend resolutions to MCP leadership.
• Coordinate construction activities and project interfaces among contractors, Resident Engineers, Design Engineers, facility operations, security, Port Authority departments, external agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Chair and/or participate in project and construction meetings and organize periodic project walkthroughs with project teams, Design Engineers, and the Port Authority Quality Assurance Department to assess progress, identify issues, and address corrective actions.
• Evaluate contractor and project team performance and implement corrective actions to maintain project objectives and support successful project delivery.
• Provide regular project status reports, recommendations, and updates to the Program Director, EOC, Director of Construction, and other senior leadership concerning schedule, budget, risks, contractor performance, and significant project issues.
• Represent the EOC and MCP leadership as assigned and provide senior-level guidance and decision-making in the absence of designated leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
• Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

What This Job Offers

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