Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or similar required; valid NICET IV or NY Professional Engineering license preferred.
8 years of experience with public sector projects, including 2 years in a leadership role.
Expertise in interpreting engineering documents and specifications.
Strong communication skills with ability to interact effectively with clients and contractors.
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in reporting and testing procedures.
Clean driver's license and personal vehicle for travel to job sites preferred.
Responsibilities
Provide engineering services and act as Client's representative on construction projects.
Supervise and coordinate field activities while offering technical advice on construction and design.
Respond to contractor inquiries by interpreting design plans and documentation.
Review and approve contract submittals and payment applications from contractors.
Lead on-site teams to monitor project compliance and documentation.
Monitor project timelines and constraints, holding progress meetings as necessary.
Ensure project documentation is completed and manage close-out processes.
Benefits
Mentorship and career development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement for further education.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
Company-observed holidays that are paid.
401(k) plan with profit-sharing options.
Comprehensive medical insurance including health, dental, vision, and life policies.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
Commuter benefits for public transport costs.
Short and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides professional engineering services on multiple public sector engineering projects and acts as Client's representative in the field with contractors, vendors, and other external parties on projects involving highways, bridges, street and structural work, including elements such as: sewers, catch basins and connections, drainage, water mains, utilities, curbs, sidewalks, roadways, mill and fill, structural steel and concrete, pile driving, railroads, traffic and street lights, street appurtenances, and associated work;
Supervises, coordinates, and tracks all field site activities and provides technical advice on construction and design; executes corrective action using engineering design on projects to resolve issues;
Responds to requests for information from contractors by interpreting plans and specifications by utilizing advanced knowledge of engineering and experience; documents contractor performance;
Regularly reviews engineering design, plans, reviews and approves contract submittals and payment applications to contractors;
Leads on-site engineers and inspectors to effectively observe work in progress in accordance with project requirements and to ensure that project records are properly maintained;
Monitors the progress of the project in accordance with contract cost and schedule, including project timelines and specifications, and holds progress meetings as required;
Ensures all project documentation is completed and submitted as required, and completes necessary project close-out processes;
Implements and follows Company and project safety protocol;
All related duties as required to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or similar and maintain one of the following licenses/certifications:
Valid NICET IV Certification in Transportation/Highway Construction;
Valid NY Professional Engineering license;
Any other suitable combination of education, training, or experience will be considered;
A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience working on public sector projects with agencies such as NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, NYCDEP, or similar on projects involving highways, bridges, and street and structural work, with a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience;
Ability to understand and interpret written specifications, plans, and construction documents for work orders and build documents
Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with clients, supervisors, and inspectors regarding specifications and qualification test results;
Detail-oriented, with capability to detect non-conformities during testing procedures and complete detailed reports within a timely manner;
A valid, clean driver's license and personal vehicle to travel to job sites is preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the essential functions of this position, it is frequently necessary to:
Assume a stationary position;
Handle, inspect, and/or feel documents, materials and/or equipment relevant to the job;
Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and clients using Company email and telephone systems;
Move around on the job-site, including ascending or descending on the landscape or on a ladder, and positioning oneself appropriately to access necessary testing materials and equipment, usually for prolonged periods of time,
Lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. for some types of monitoring and inspections,
Good visual skills, including focused depth perception, and
Regular daily operations of a motor-vehicle or use of public transportation, which may require remaining stationary for extended periods of time.
Employees may also be required to undergo substance abuse testing in accordance with project requirements, US DOT Regulations, and/or Company policy. The employee may occasionally be required to operate a computer, as well as other related office machinery, such as calculators, printers, and copy machines. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE
Tectonic offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Opportunities for mentoring, professional development and career advancement
Tuition reimbursement to advance education
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days
Company-observed, paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing opportunities
Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for medical expenses and dependent care
Commuter benefits for public transportation costs
Short and long-term disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program
PAY RANGE
Tectonic's goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate's work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position.
