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CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: CIVIL ENGINEER III
JOB DESCRIPTION
Candidate will report directly to the Supervisor of the unit. They will conduct field visits to identify deficient structural conditions, perform structural analysis, prepare design plans and determine scope of work. Create detailed sketches, and designs repair protocols. Maintain an up-to-date record of outstanding repair requests, ensures timely repairs according to the urgency of the flag condition and routinely communicate with relevant DOT units and contractors to follow up on the status of repair requests and complete repairs as per NYS DOT Bridge Inspection Manual guidelines and the NYSDOT OSS Inventory and Inspection manual. Supervise and manage the coordination of repair request work with external units, agency divisions, and governmental entities. Confirm the repairs comply with required codes and standards, such as the NYS Construction Specifications, Steel Construction Manual, and others, as necessary. Review of preliminary (capital) design drawings to ensure future maintainability. The undertaking of independent or group field visits in a city vehicle to NYSDOT and NYCDOT-owned bridges, sign structures, elevated structures, and over water. Preparation of responses to correspondence, making court appearances, provision of affidavits, and testimony on behalf of the City. Sign and seal engineering and other official documents. Planning, guidance, and review of the work of subordinate engineers and other staff. May be required to work evenings, nights, and weekends. Performs other related duties as necessary.
PREFERRED SKILLS
1) Four years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college may be substituted for one year of civil engineering experience. To be appointed to a Civil Engineering position in Bridges, candidate must possess one year of civil engineering experience in bridge design, bridge construction, bridge maintenance, or bridge inspections.
2) Have strong background in AutoCAD, Acrobat and MS office suite.
3) Ability to drive city owned vehicle. Preference will be given to those with a Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York; this license may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment in this position.
4.) Must be organized and be able to effectively and professionally communicate.
5.) Must be able to compose formal letters and emails
WORK LOCATION
55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041
HOURS/SHIFT
35/Mon-Fri/8:00am-4:00pm
TO APPLY
Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method: For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 764281. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 764281 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215
Minimum Qualifications (1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above.
Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
Preferred Skills
1) Four years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college may be substituted for one year of civil engineering experience. To be appointed to a Civil Engineering position in Bridges, candidate must possess one year of civil engineering experience in bridge design, bridge construction, bridge maintenance, or bridge inspections.
2) Have strong background in AutoCAD, Acrobat and MS office suite.
3) Ability to drive city owned vehicle. Preference will be given to those with a Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York this license may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment.
4.) Must be organized and be able to effectively and professionally communicate.
5.) Must be able to compose formal letters and emails
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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New York City Department of Transportation
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Jan 14, 2026