City Of New York

SW - STAFF ENGINEER

City Of New York • $100K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering technology with two years of relevant experience.
  • Current permanent status as a Civil Engineering Intern or reachable on the civil service list, Exam # 5047.
  • Strong understanding of pedestrian ramp construction and related regulations.
  • Ability to prepare detailed engineering reports and field assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform mark-outs for pedestrian ramp construction with DDC, consultants, and contractors.
  • Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to address daily construction issues.
  • Attend progress meetings to report on contract statuses and outstanding issues.
  • Communicate DOT priorities to DDC regarding sidewalk and ramp construction.
  • Prepare reports for the Executive Director and Chief Engineer on contract matters.
  • Participate in construction site meetings to ensure compliance and address concerns.
  • Assist in reviewing designs, plans, and contract specifications.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers and consultants.
  • Gain hands-on experience in pedestrian ramp construction and civil engineering practices.
  • Participate in meaningful projects that impact community infrastructure.
  • Access to professional development and networking opportunities within the civil engineering field.
Full Job Description
***IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST LIST, EXAM # 5047.***

The candidate selected for this position will perform the following duties: perform mark-outs with the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), consultant, and contractor for pedestrian ramp construction; work closely with consultant engineers and inspectors to resolve daily issues related to sidewalk and pedestrian ramp construction. Attend progress meetings to evaluate and report on the status of the contracts; address issues that are outstanding and need to be resolved with DDC; inform DDC about the Department of Transportation's (DOT) priorities for the construction of sidewalk and pedestrian ramps; prepare reports for the Executive Director and the Chief Engineer regarding contracts; participate in construction site meetings; perform related work as assigned.

-Ensure pedestrian ramp upgrades are performed in accordance with required stipulations.

-Resolves issues found on site with direction from the Assistant Civil Engineers and Civil Engineers.

-Mark out locations for construction

-Evaluate and assess pedestrian ramps after construction.

-Create field reports for any issues that require immediate attention.

-Attend site meetings.

-Assist with the review of designs, plans, and contract specifications/scopes.

-Prepares engineering reports where needed.

CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN - 20202

1. A Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university; or

2. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.

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