Project Engineer

  • Actalent
  • New York, New York
  • Full Time

Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support field teams, including Project Engineers and Superintendents, in supervising field operations and subcontractor activities. The role involves interpreting drawings, preparing work plans, verifying code and specification compliance, managing material takeoffs, procurement, and delivery scheduling, and leading project closeouts as per contract requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise field operations and subcontractor activities.
  • Interpret drawings, prepare work plans, and ensure code/spec compliance.
  • Manage material takeoffs, procurement, and delivery scheduling.
  • Lead project closeout per contract requirements and manage financial closeout with subcontractors and the Owner.
  • Maintain document control and subcontractor compliance.
  • Review shop drawings, mock-ups, and subcontractor scopes.
  • Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
  • Coordinate with QA/QC on non-compliance issues.
  • Identify critical work and long-lead items.
  • Assist with schedules, updates, purchase orders, and subcontracts.
  • Support monthly billing, cash flow, and change order processing.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field.
  • 5-10 years of heavy civil infrastructure project experience.
  • Experience working on projects that are $100 million+.
  • Strong background in cost/finance.
  • Knowledge of legal/contract and claims processes.
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • ProCore
  • Primavera P6
  • OSHA 30
  • Bridge construction project experience

Work Environment

The work environment includes supporting the Midtown Port Authority Bus Terminal project. The role involves collaborating with a team of Superintendents, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Field Engineers, Construction Managers, and more. The projects are large-scale and high-profile, impacting communities and providing opportunities for professional growth and development

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match rate

Life and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance

Employee Appreciation Programs (e.g., monthly birthday celebrations, appreciation Fridays)

Discounted Fitness Club Memberships

Pet Insurance and Cell Phone Discounts

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 485950123
Originally Posted on: 7/18/2025

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