City Of New York

BOB-Project Engineer

City Of New York$95K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4 years of full-time experience in civil engineering work required.
  • Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License is mandatory.
  • Master's degree in civil engineering can substitute for 1 year of experience.
  • Experience as a project leader on complex engineering projects preferred.
  • Familiarity with AASHTO and NYSDOT bridge regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Review complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects for compliance with standards.
  • Conduct seismic analysis and perform load rating calculations for bridges.
  • Perform field inspections to assess the condition of infrastructure.
  • Review construction projects and manage RFI submissions from contractors.
  • Supervise subordinates in technical and administrative tasks.
  • Attend construction meetings and collaborate with engineers, contractors, and consultants.

Benefits

  • Premium-free health insurance that saves over $10K annually.
  • Defined benefit pension plan for retirement with stable payments.
  • Access to wellness programs and tax-deferred savings options.
  • Commuter benefits on a pre-tax basis.
  • Work from home policy allowing up to two days remote work per week.
  • Steady, 35-hour work week providing better work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Civil Service Title- Civil Engineer 3 **NOTE: DEC 2, 2026 BEGINS THE ANTICIPATED FILING PERIOD FOR CIVIL ENGINEER PROMOTION EXAM NO. 7515, AND CIVIL ENGINEER OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM NO. 7020. THOSE NOT SERVING PERMANENTLY ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO FILE - PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED** The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. Serves as a Civil Engineer level 3 in the Engineering Review Section of the Division of Bridges. Reviews technically complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects including design calculations and design drawings at various phases of design and construction to ensure compliance with City, State and Federal standards. Reviews and performs seismic analysis and seismic calculations for bridges and retaining walls. Performs complex analysis of bridge load rating calculations in accordance with load rating policies, procedures and Federal and State load rating directives. Performs structural analysis for city owned bridges to ensure their safety against heavy weight trucks and cranes. Performs field inspections of bridges and retaining walls to assess conditions. Reviews construction projects for Bridges and retaining walls, including RFI (Request for information) by contractors, conduct field visits to construction sites and attend construction meetings with Resident Engineer, contractors, and consultants. Supervises subordinates in technical and administrative matters. Performs other related duties. Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, NYSDOT Bridge Manual, and NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual is preferred. Knowledge of computer software is preferred. Preferred Skills Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. NYS drivers license. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and writing. Possess a NYS Professional Engineering License. Work Location 55 Water St. New York, NY 10041 Hours 8:00AM - 4:00PM M-F Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. College savings plan Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax) a tax-deferred savings program and access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. 35-hour base work week. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215 Qualifications (1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and (2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment. A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above. 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.

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