Office Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward

HDR is actively seeking an Office Engineer (OE) to join our growing New York City Water group. The selected candidate will be responsible to assist Resident Engineer to process submittal, contractor payments, documentation and record keeping on NYCDEP water and wastewater infrastructure projects in various locations across NYC 5 boroughs.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that proper documentation is received from Contractors for all aspects of contract.
• Prepare status and progress reports.
• Coordinate and track all project plans and drawings.
• Ensure that Change Order work and Time and Material work is accurately documented on Daily Inspector's Reports
• Prepare and/or review change orders.
• Attend construction progress meeting and prepare Project Meeting Minutes and monthly report as required.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills to oversight of a team of sub-consultants.
• Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines, work independently and prioritize work.
• Support Resident Engineer with the preparation and maintenance of construction schedules.
• Assist in project close-out activities including the As-Built Drawing, documentations, and resolution of potential claims.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of relevant Office Engineer experience involved in infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with contract documents and construction plans and specifications and proficient with web-based construction document management platforms.
• Experience working with NYCDEP.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer to prepare reports using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success; which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. Typical starting pay range for this position is $97,000.00 - $139,000.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.