Field Engineer NYC Parks Projects
Overview
Responsible for overseeing sidewalk reconstruction and street tree planting across New York City's parks and neighborhoods. This hands-on role involves coordinating contractors and ensuring high-quality work that improves public spaces. Stability growth and involvement in ongoing street tree planting programs.
What You'll Do8
- 1Conduct daily site visits across city parks and sidewalks typically within one borough and be on site by 7:00 a.m.
- 2Monitor and coordinate contractor activities including excavation saw cutting planting and concrete restoration.
- 3Ensure all work meets project specifications safety standards and contract requirements.
- 4Work closely with project managers and NYC Parks representatives to keep projects on track.
- 5Track and verify quantities for pay items such as trees planted and excavation volumes.
- 6Complete daily field reports measurements and documentation.
- 7Enforce safety compliance including proper PPE and safe work practices.
- 8Make independent field decisions and escalate issues as needed.
Requirements11
- 1Associate degree plus 2 years of relevant field experience
- 2Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of related experience
- 3Master’s degree plus 6 months of related experience
- 43+ years of relevant hands-on field experience
- 5Experience in construction oversight parks projects sidewalks landscaping forestry or civil works
- 6Ability to read and apply project specifications and contract documents
- 7Strong organizational communication and documentation skills
- 8Comfortable working independently in the field and managing multiple sites
- 9Willingness to work outdoors year-round in varying weather
- 10Access to a vehicle for travel between job sites
- 11Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
Salary Insight
$58 - $73k per year
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