• Assistant Resident Engineer

    Actalent (New York, NY)


    Job Title: Assistant Resident Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to oversee day-to-day construction management activities for a major NYCDEP infrastructure upgrade located in Staten Island. This role involves assisting the Resident Engineer in managing inspection staff, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and maintaining effective communication with contractors, design staff, and various stakeholders.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage the firm's day-to-day construction oversight and assist the Resident Engineer with project management efforts.

    + Assist in managing the inspection staff and ensure the delivery of daily inspector reports in accordance with client requirements.

    + Act as a liaison to design staff to respond to Contractors’ RFIs and review shop drawings.

    + Oversee office staff responsible for record keeping, correspondence, and drafting reports and deliverables.

    + Provide technical reviews of construction plans and specifications, assessing constructability and practicality.

    + Ensure site safety and compliance with permit conditions.

    + Monitor contractor performance, including schedule, responsiveness, and effectiveness.

    + Influence contractors to maintain project goals regarding cost, schedule, and quality.

    + Support the review, preparation, and processing of contractor payments.

    + Assist in leading meetings and preparing agendas and minutes.

    + Lead progress, project, safety, scheduling, and contract administration meetings with clients, local agencies, and the community.

    + Supervise other staff members on the project.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

    + EIT certification and on track to obtain PE (Professional Engineer) certification.

    + 5+ years of experience working on NYCDEP or NYCDDC projects.

    + Prior experience as an Office Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer for NYC projects.

    + Strong background in civil, MEP, and structural engineering.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with industrial construction and wastewater treatment projects.

    + Well-rounded experience within Civil/MEP.

    Work Environment

    This position is based on-site at a NYCDEP WWTP project. The work schedule is from 7 AM to 4 PM, five days a week. You will be part of a team comprising inspectors, field engineers, construction managers, and resident engineers. The field office is located on-site, providing a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.30/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

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

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.