Construction Public Project Engineer - Manhattan, NY

New York, New York Permanent USD100,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
A well‑respected Manhattan-based general contractor is seeking a Public Project Engineer to support the planning, documentation, and coordination of public-sector construction projects. This role offers exposure to all phases of project delivery while working alongside senior project managers and field staff on high‑profile municipal and institutional work.
  • Strong bonus structure
  • Competitive Base Salary

About Our Client



Our client is a long-standing general contractor with deep experience delivering public works projects throughout New York City, including municipal buildings, educational facilities, infrastructure upgrades, and agency-driven renovations. They are known for their strong procedural discipline, quality-focused culture, and ability to navigate the complexity of public compliance, regulations, and stakeholder oversight.

Job Description

Construction Public Project Engineer - Manhattan, NY

    • Assist with project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and schedules.
    • Support coordination between project management, field teams, subcontractors, and public agency representatives.
    • Track project progress, budgets, and compliance with contract specifications and agency requirements.
    • Review drawings and specifications and help resolve design or scope issues as they arise.
    • Maintain organized project logs, reports, daily documentation, and procurement tracking.
    • Assist with inspections, punch lists, closeout packages, and public-sector reporting procedures.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Construction Public Project Engineer should have:

    • 1-4+ years of experience in construction engineering, project coordination, or project engineering-preferably on public-sector projects in NYC.
    • Familiarity with public agency processes (SCA, DDC, DASNY, DEP, MTA, etc.) is a strong advantage.
    • Strong organizational, technical, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
    • Excellent communicator who can collaborate effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, and government stakeholders.
    • Detail-driven, proactive, and excited to grow within the public construction sector.
    • Engineering, construction management, or related degree preferred.



What's on Offer

Construction Public Project Engineer - Manhattan, NY

    • Competitive compensation and performance-based growth opportunities.
    • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and commuter benefits.
    • The chance to work on meaningful public projects that impact NYC communities.
    • A clear path to advance into Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager roles.
    • Strong mentorship, training, and long-term career development with a reputable public-sector builder.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Construction Public Project Engineer in the Property industry, apply now!

Contact
Victoria Gee
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6934903

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Gee
Job Reference
JN-012026-6934903