Job ID: 17291
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: NYC Transit Authority
Date Posted: Sep 9, 2026
Description JOB INFORMATION: Title:
Asst. Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer Series
Authority:
TA
Department:
Subways
Division/Unit:
MOW Engineering / Operating Contracts
Location:
130 Livingston Street, 8th Floor
Hours:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Reporting Manager (if Applicable):
Director, Operating Contracts
Deadline (if Applicable):
9/23/26
CompensationAuthority - Union TA - DC37 Assistant Civil Engineer
$76,279
Civil Engineer I
$90,551 (PE Licenses required)
Civil Engineer II
$107,655 (PE Licenses required)
Civil Engineer III
$120,427 (PE Licenses required)
POSITON SUMMARY: This role supports contract oversight, budget analysis, project planning, vendor coordination, and invoice processing, while ensuring contract compliance through on-site facility inspections.
RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will be responsible for administering various maintenance and repair contracts supporting New York City Transit as well as the preparation of new contracts, modifications, qualification of vendors, project management and special projects. Work includes on-site inspections to ensure contractor compliance, address concerns, changes orders and maintain consistent follow up on all outstanding issues. This position will also include researching assignments, project planning/supervision, scheduling of work, monitoring of vendor performance and will include but is not limited to direct oversite of the following maintenance/ repair contracts; paving and related construction, fuel tank systems, fence installations, plumbing, fire suppression/sprinkler systems, emergency generators, UPS and ATS systems. Emergency field coverage and flexibility in work hours are required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Assistant Civil Engineer: - A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.
Civil Engineer I, II, and III: - A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License
- Four years of full-time experience in civil engineering.
- A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of full-time experience in civil engineering.
Special Note: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York may berequired for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained forduration of appointment.
DESIRED SKILLS: • Contract/facilities management
• Paving and related construction, mechanical/electrical systems/equipment for buildings and facilities
• Firm understanding of project coordination to minimize impact on both public and transit operations
• Ability to coordinate between various NYCT divisions along with New York City and State Agencies
• Familiarity with NYC Transit operations, procurement practices/procedures, purchasing options and knowledge of budget process along with construction techniques and methodologies
• Excellent oral, written and organization skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential
SELECTION METHOD Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.
All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.
OTHER INFORMATION Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)
As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.
To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
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