Junior Engineer​/Inspector

CES is seeking a Junior Field Engineer/Inspector to support a NYCDEP Job Order Contract across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. This full-time role requires a 40-hour commitment per week for a duration of 12 months. The selected candidate will provide inspection services for multiple Wastewater Resource Recovery Facilities, including associated pump stations and Combined Sewage Overflow (CSO) facilities. The Junior Field Engineer/Inspector will serve as a key liaison between contractors and facility stakeholders, ensuring all construction activities comply with project specifications, safety regulations, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities:

Conduct construction management and day-to-day field supervision for BWSO Job Order Contracts (JOCs)
Provide full-time inspection services across mechanical, structural, HVAC, and electrical trades

Participate in scope development, cost negotiation, and job order issuance

Attend joint scope, pre-construction, and kick-off meetings

Ensure Site-Specific Safety Work Plans are approved and coordinated with DEP EH&SCoordinate with Office Engineer to update submittal logs and review documentation

Confirm required permits are obtained before mobilization

Act as the primary liaison between general contractors, subcontractors, and facility representatives

Monitor construction activities for adherence to specs, quality, and safety standards

Conduct technical inspections and verify daily implementation of quality measures

Track progress against construction schedule and initiate corrective actions for delays

Assist in managing scope modifications and quantity reconciliations

Prepare daily field reports, computations, and photographic documentation

Conduct substantial and final inspections; issue punch lists and completion memos

Collect and review all administrative close-out documents

Assist in processing partial and final payments

Perform additional project control duties as required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology with 3–5 years of relevant experience in building restoration, rehabilitation, or upgradingORAssociate’s degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology with 5+ years of relevant experience

Familiarity with industry standards/specifications (NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYCDOT)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing NYC government projects and Job Order Contracts Knowledge of NYC prevailing wage applications

Familiarity with DOB regulations, eGordian, and NYC agency codes

Mid-level proficiency in AutoCADExpert user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat OSHA-30 certification

Soft Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines

Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Company Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity EmployerCES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender…