Project Engineer

The Project Engineer supports planning, coordination, and delivery of heavy-civil works on the Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 project.

The role partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to drive schedule, quality, cost control, and compliance.

span submittals, RFIs, procurement, change management, progress/payment, and field support to keep work packages moving safely and efficiently.

The Project Engineer key responsibilities are:

• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, foremen, and field crews on project deliverables and daily execution
• Process/manage material deliveries; verify quantity/quality and contract compliance
• Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material purchase orders/contracts in coordination with project leadership
• Assist in developing, updating, and reporting on the project schedule (e.g., three-week look-aheads; weekly owner/management updates)
• Coordinate, track, and schedule shop drawings and submittals; maintain a complete, current log (submittals, approvals, re-submittals, transmittals, and dates)
• Initiate and manage RFIs to resolve design and field issues; distribute responses and track impacts
• Maintain a high level of involvement in the cost control system, including quantity tracking, coding, and analysis of construction costs
• Participate in monthly forecasting of revenue and cost accruals; support earned-value/progress reporting
• Accumulate data and prepare monthly pay estimates; coordinate with accounting on invoicing for materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Process and estimate change orders as directed by the Project Manager; document scope, pricing, and schedule effects
• Review required certificates and permits; confirm compliance prior to work
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and support a safe, compliant work environment; enforce company and site safety policies
• Coordinate subcontractor work methods, sequencing, and crew needs to align with schedule and quality requirements