Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Construction) - VID 224607

About the role

This is a field-based position supervising and inspecting building construction projects of moderate size and complexity. The role involves coordinating contractors and multiple trades, performing field inspections, reviewing documentation, monitoring progress, preparing contract changes, maintaining records, assisting with payment recommendations, supporting project closeout, providing direction to inspection staff, and assisting higher‑level staff with larger projects. Travel may be required approximately 50% of the time; a valid NYS Driver’s License is required or equivalent transportation capability. Telecommuting is not eligible.

There is no examination required for appointment to a NY HELPS position. Candidates hired via NY HELPS will be appointed on a permanent non‑competitive basis and will begin a probationary period. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected that NY HELPS employees will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to take an exam. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect building construction projects of moderate size and complexity.
• Coordinate the work of contractors and multiple trades to ensure compliance with contract drawings, specifications, schedules, standards, and construction procedures.
• Perform field inspections and investigations; review workmanship, materials, installations, and schedule testing for compliance with contract requirements.
• Monitor contractor progress and schedules, identify potential delays, and coordinate with contractors and scheduling staff regarding corrective actions or recovery schedules when necessary.
• Review shop drawings, product data, samples, submittals, FRIs, Information Bulletins, and other construction documentation for completeness and contract compliance.
• Investigate field conditions, construction conflicts, and design issues and coordinate with supervisory and design staff to develop appropriate resolutions.
• Prepare, review, and recommend contract changes, field/change orders, time extensions, and other contract‑related documentation.
• Conduct and participate in project meetings; maintain required project records, reports, correspondence, inspection documentation, and construction files.
• Review contractors’ applications for payment and verify quantities and work completed prior to recommending payment.
• Assist with substantial completion, final inspections, project turnover, closeout documentation, and warranty‑related activities.
• Provide direction and oversight to assigned inspection staff