Serves as Senior Civil Engineer in the Field Operations Section in the Quality Assurance Unit. Oversees all construction activities in the field including structural steel and precast concrete units erection, pile driving drilled shaft foundation, installation of reinforcing steeland placement of conventional and tremie concrete. Reviews project documentations including design drawings, shop drawings, standard and special specifications, submittals and RFIs related to the contractor’s operations, concrete and asphalt placement procedures. Possesses knowledge of NYSDOT Bridge Manual, Standard Specifications, MURK requirements, NYSDOT Material Methods and Procedure., Reviews contractor’s means and methods including proposed equipment to ensure high quality of the final products. Pro-actively participates in engineering meetings with Designer/CSS, REI Consultants, Contractors and City agencies. Evaluates REI Team performance, the contractor’s workmanship and testing agencies compliance with project requirements. Coordinates the work of QA Project Engineers as a team leader and provides assistance and guidance to REI staff. Perform other related duties.

(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.

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Knowledge of current civil engineering design and construction practices in the field of bridge rehabilitation and construction. The ideal candidate will have served at least two years as the Field Engineer or Project Manager, Team Leader for a large bridge reconstruction projects. Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and ability to identify field problems to suggest technically viable corrective measures in a timely manner.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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