Construction Project Engineer Jobs in New York
Construction Project Engineer jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with steady demand across commercial real estate, infrastructure, transit, and high-rise residential development at levels from entry-level field engineer through senior project engineer. The heaviest hiring concentrates in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where firms like Turner Construction, AECOM, and Skanska maintain large regional operations. The most in-demand specialties are transportation infrastructure, commercial interiors, and public works driven by ongoing MTA and state capital programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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NRP has been recognized with several industry awards including Top Workplaces; Best and Brightest Companies to Work For; and National Apartment Association’s Best Places to Work.
We value our employees by offering a competitive benefit package including:
Commission and bonus opportunities
Paid vacation and sick leave
11 Paid holidays
Paid maternity & parental bonding leave
Short & long term disability
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
401(k) Match
Training, certification, & growth opportunities
Employee referral & recognition programs
Since its founding in 1994, NRP has been dedicated to building quality homes for our residents, regardless of income. The NRP Group is a full-service multifamily developer, general contractor, and property manager with assets and operations reaching an expanding range of markets nationwide. For additional information, please visit www.NRPGroup.com.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Project Manager, the Project Engineer is directly responsible for all document control and participates in overseeing the construction. This position interacts with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent, involving multiple facets of construction from conception to completion of a project.
- Ensure proper document control at the project site office for all phases of the construction project.
- Provide document support and assist field staff in all aspects of project administration; reviews and documents all field construction issues.
- Provide assistance to the Project Manager and Project Superintendent as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statements:
Schedule
- Create the submittal schedule, track schedule and perform timely review of submittals. Cross reference submittals to plans and specifications. Correct and revise submittals, if required, or forward to appropriate consultant for their review.
- Track submittal process - manage and maintain submittal schedule and submittal log.
- Assist the Project Manager with maintaining & updating schedule documents, scheduling inspections, etc.
Quality
- Provide effective and efficient document control including daily/weekly/monthly construction job logs and monthly construction status reports.
- Ensure that an effective and efficient Request for Information (RFI)/change orders/shop drawings process is in place and all documentation is completed, filed and controlled in a timely manner.
- Maintain hard files, electronic files and documentation, create and manage daily reports, photographs, update weekly reports - weather log, hot list, lessons learned, etc.
- Assist the superintendents with managing the private consultant reports and answering to each consultant’s list of deficiencies and closing all open loops.
- Assist in updating and maintaining the QC (quality control) log. Coordinate all QC items and log updates with QC manager.
- Work directly with all subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality and cost control.
Safety
- Assist the Safety Director to maintain a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing safety (OSHA) and risk management standards.
- Track and document all inspections and re-inspections (as required) to include City and Third Party (soil density/compaction, accessibility, waterproofing, structural, MEP, TDHCA) inspections; maintain the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
- Responsible for safety and risk management.
- Ensure project site and company assets are secure at all times.
- Assist with the set up and processing of sub-contractor draws, payroll, materials, supplies, etc. and ensure proper materials inventory.
- Manage plan revisions on PlanGrid or other document management software.
- Manage submittals, RFIs, owner change requests, owner change orders, etc. and all associated logs.
- Manage consultant’s inspection reports (including deficiency logs and response to inspection reports), close-out records, etc.
- Manage and distribute all daily reports/logs, weekly reports/logs and monthly reports/logs.
- Manage emails and Outlook folders, common drive/portal files, hard copy files, etc.
- Assist the superintendents with management of company purchased materials.
- Manage, compile and store specific files during the course of the project for the Project Close-out.
- Proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions.
- Maintain subcontractor and staff meeting minutes.
- Create, update and maintain a variety of project controls that track the status of individual projects or task orders, changes to projects.
- In preparation for project completion, collect warranty material, create close-out documents to ensure an effective and efficient transition for project construction completion and close-out.
- Perform any relevant duties as assigned by the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Civil related field (Ex: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience:
- Minimum two years of experience in the construction industry preferably in Multi-Family Housing
Technical Skills:
- Relevant experience in a construction environment and familiarity with inspector guidelines, building codes and safety practices.
- Use of Project Management Software (PlanGrid, Timberline Project Management, Procore, etc.)
- Third party general contractor experience.
- Proficient in reading and understanding blueprints.
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Compensation $75-78K base
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project engineer jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or construction management engineering from an accredited program
- Engineer-in-Training registration or active PE licensure through the New York State Education Department
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project
- Hands-on experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and RFIs
- Familiarity with New York City Building Code, DOB permitting processes, and inspection requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with subcontractors, owners, and inspectors
Construction Project Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project engineer in New York?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or construction management engineering from an accredited program. New York State requires engineers who seal documents to hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the New York State Education Department, which begins with passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer-in-Training status. Many employers hire new graduates into field engineer roles while they accumulate the experience hours needed to sit for the PE exam.
How much do construction project engineers make in New York?
Construction project engineers in New York earn a median of about $103,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,290 for the lowest 10% to over $169,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project engineers in New York?
Employers hiring construction project engineers in New York right now include AECOM, Jacobs, and Michels, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's sustained public infrastructure investment, particularly MTA capital expansion and state-funded transportation projects, keeps a consistent roster of large general contractors and engineering firms actively recruiting in the region.
Which New York cities have the most construction project engineer jobs?
New York, Utica, and Queens have the most construction project engineer openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its volume of commercial, transit, and public works projects, while Buffalo and Albany see consistent demand tied to state infrastructure programs, SUNY campus construction, and regional highway and bridge rehabilitation work that keeps mid-size contractors and engineering consultants staffed year-round.
Are there remote construction project engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of construction project engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how site-dependent the role tends to be. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely are estimating, scheduling, and submittal review, while field coordination, inspections, and owner meetings typically require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a construction project engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to internship or new-graduate field engineer programs at large general contractors with New York offices, including firms like Turner Construction and Skanska that run structured rotational programs for recent graduates. Co-op experience from an ABET-accredited engineering program carries significant weight, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before applying signals readiness to firms that value PE-track candidates. Adjacent roles like project coordinator, estimating assistant, or CAD technician at a New York contractor also provide a foot in the door.
Where can I find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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