Order Engineer

Change Order Engineer – Midtown Manhattan

Salary range: $150,000 – $180,000, depending on experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future. Staffing agencies will not be considered for this position.

• Lead the full lifecycle of change orders including identification, documentation, pricing, submission, negotiation, and execution.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, RFIs, field directives, and design revisions to determine scope impacts.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for change orders including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and schedule impacts.
• Track and maintain change order logs and ensure accurate cost forecasting and budget alignment.
• Evaluate subcontractor change order requests for validity, accuracy, and contractual compliance.
• Interpret prime contracts, subcontracts, and project specifications to ensure changes comply with contractual terms.
• Prepare and review notices of change, claims, and supporting documentation in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensure timely submission of change order proposals and supporting backup documentation.
• Assist in dispute resolution and claims mitigation related to scope changes.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, and Field Engineers to capture and validate change events.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and design teams to clarify scope changes and secure approvals.
• Support procurement and subcontract teams with change order negotiations and cost justifications.
• Attend project meetings to identify potential changes and provide commercial input.
• Maintain organized records of all change events, cost breakdowns, and approvals.
• Prepare executive summaries and reports on change order status, trends, and financial impacts.
• Support monthly cost reports, forecasts, and project financial reviews.
• Ensure audit‑ready documentation for all change‑related transactions.
• Identify potential cost and schedule risks related to design changes and unforeseen conditions.
• Provide recommendations to minimize financial exposure and protect project margins.
• Assist in the development of mitigation strategies for disputed changes and claims.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (required).
• 10+ years of experience in change order management, cost engineering, or contract administration for a civil and building general contractor.
• Strong experience with heavy civil, infrastructure, and vertical construction projects (e.g., transportation, commercial, public works).
• In‑depth knowledge of construction contracts (lump sum, GMP, unit price, design‑build).
• Proven ability to price and negotiate complex change orders on large‑scale projects.
• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling impacts, and cost analysis.
• Proficiency in construction management and cost control software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, CMiC, or similar).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and cost estimating tools.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer.