Office Engineer - Field

SYSTRA is a global leader in the rail mass transit industry and enjoys a growing presence in multiple geographic locations across the country including New York (Headquarters), New Jersey, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Washington DC. With more than 60 years of global experience, SYSTRA has worked alongside major transit agencies in over 150 countries to provide efficient and reliable rail transportation. SYSTRA's broad project experience offers extraordinary career development opportunities for our employees.

SYSTRA's Construction Management unit is seeking Office Engineers - Field to support our current rail mass transit construction projects in operating railroad environments in the New York City Area.

 Responsibilities:

The Office Engineer - Field, under the direction of a Project Manager, will:

• Use Established Software and Databases in the Performance of Document Control Functions
• Receive, Distribute, and Respond to Contractor Submittals/Deliverables
• Arrange Meetings as required with client Engineering and Construction Management Personnel
• Write Memos, Letters, and Meeting Minutes relevant to Project Activities 
• Utilize Expertise and Experience to Assist in Timely Resolution of Project Issues
• Accept Flexible Work Hours including Occasional Nights and Weekends when necessary
• Generate Weekly and Monthly Project Summary Reports
• Assist the Project Manager in Managing Various Project Meetings
• Assist in Change Order Negotiations
• Maintain a Computer-Based Digital Photo Record of Construction Progress

Qualifications:

• Minimum Five (5) years of engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
• Experience and Proficiency with one or more project management software packages – such as Expedition, Prolog or Constructware.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good verbal and written communication skills

SYSTRA offers a range of competitive benefits including health insurance, life insurance, PTO/holidays, 401(k) with employer match, short-term/long-term disability, commuter assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and more!