Engineer of Construction
The Port Authority Of New York & New Jersey
Oversee construction projects at JFK, managing staff, budgets, safety, and compliance.
1 days ago ago
$143,000 - $228,800
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Jamaica, NY
Onsite
Company Size
7,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Operations
Transportation planning and analysis
Revenue collections
Engineering
Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Airports
Bridges
Tunnels
Seaports
Rail transit
Marine Terminals
Intermodal Freight Transport
Railroads
Role
What you would be doing
schedule management
quality assurance
safety management
construction oversight
budget control
regulatory compliance
- The management of project construction schedules to ensure that work is accomplished within the contract terms and properly coordinated with facility operational needs.
- The overall responsibility for the quality of the construction work and certifies that completed work is in accordance with all contract documents, that special inspections are performed satisfactorily and recommends the issuance of a Permit to Occupancy.
- The overall jobsite safety of all projects and the coordination with facility operations necessary to advance construction.
- To assure effective construction management including timely communication, thorough construction inspection and contract administration in accordance with Engineering Department accepted practice, contract documents, and applicable codes and standards.
- The performance of a group of Resident Engineers and to act as the duly authorized representative of the Chief Engineer for the construction projects managed by those Resident Engineers.
- The overall project budget expenditures, approval of payments to contractors, including the negotiation of change orders and the settlement of potential contractor claims and assure timely close out of all post-award contract changes.
- Oversight of consultants, including selection, assignment of tasks and auditing their performance.
- Assurance that construction adheres to all aviation and FAA standards and is completed in compliance with all Airside operations requirements
- The overall staff planning at the office(s) they manage. To oversee recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, administration, promotions and overall development and motivation of staff.
- Provides status updates, mitigation strategies and advisory services to senior Port Authority executives in Engineering and JFK Line Department.
What you bring
engineering degree
pe license
10 years
construction management
airport experience
problem solving
- Demonstrated experience as key point of contact for Line Departments on significant projects
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have completed all probationary periods at time of appointment to position.
- Demonstrated experience managing a staff of Engineers and Construction professionals.
- Demonstrated knowledge of processes and procedures in various types of construction delivery methods.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Resident Engineer or higher in the management of a staff of Engineers and Construction professionals and in the management of projects involving Building construction, heavy civil work, structural and electrical substations.
- Experience with construction industry outreach, other Agency/firms, and demonstrated construction industry committee(s) participation; including public speaking is desirable.
- Must possess a Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum of 10 years of construction management experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Experience working at JFK or within an airport working environment .
- Registered Professional Engineer or registered Architect in New York or New Jersey.
- Must be able to be fingerprinted and pass a criminal background check in order to obtain an airport SIDA ID
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills as evidenced from experience in managing and settling contractor disputes.
- Experience Monitoring actual budget expenditures and schedules against forecasts and troubleshooting when required.
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Interview process
- initial phone interview for qualified candidates
- in‑depth interview(s) and/or assessments
- conditional job offer followed by a background check
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Security clearance- fingerprinting and criminal background check required for airport sida id
- background check required after conditional job offer
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Company
Overview
1921 Established
Year of establishment
The Port Authority was founded to oversee critical infrastructure development between New York and New Jersey.
- It plays a crucial role in overseeing key infrastructure between two of the most populous and connected states in the U.S.
- It operates a vast network of assets, including major airports, bus terminals, rail facilities, and shipping ports.
- It oversees some of the busiest transportation hubs in the world, including John F. Kennedy International Airport and Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal.
- In addition to transportation, it plays a key role in regional planning and economic development, improving connectivity for businesses and commuters alike.
- Major projects include the ongoing redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport, the modernization of the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and the expansion of the PATH rail network.
- It has historically been at the forefront of innovations in large-scale infrastructure projects, setting new standards in efficiency and sustainability.
- A standout achievement was its leadership in the post-9/11 rebuilding efforts at the World Trade Center site, culminating in the construction of the One World Trade Center.
- Integrity: The company operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency.
- Safety: The company maintains a safe environment for employees, partners, and the public.
- Accountability: The company is responsible and answerable for its actions.
- Innovation: The company embraces new ideas and technologies to improve performance.
- Collaboration: The company partners across agencies, jurisdictions, and communities.
Net-zero by 2050
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Aimed to achieve zero-net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
$344 million
EPA Funding Secured
Secured $344 million in funding for zero-emission cargo equipment and other green initiatives.
5 MW
Solar Array Installation
Installed a 5-megawatt solar array at Newark Airport.
70,000 gallons
Fuel Savings
Annual fuel savings achieved through road upgrades in the Port Newark Corridor.
- 35% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2025; 50% by 2030.
- Converted 98% of ship-to-shore and rail-mounted gantry cranes to electric, targeting 100% by 2026.
- Light-duty non-emergency vehicle fleet 50% electric by 2025; fully electric by 2028.
- Building One retrofit in progress to be fossil-fuel-free by 2025.
- Initiated largest solar plus storage system at JFK Airport.
- First U.S. airport agency to adopt Paris Climate Agreement commitments.
- Electric-truck charging stations and Tier 4/zero-emission material-handling equipment phasing.
48% Women
Women in Management
Women hold 48% of Board-appointed management positions within the organization.
5% Target
Annual Female Leadership Goal
An annual target to increase female representation in senior leadership by 5% has been set.
20% Higher Promotion
Mentorship Program Success
Participants in the mentorship program, 60% of whom are women, have a promotion rate 20% higher than average.
98% Pay Gaps Corrected
Gender Pay Equity Review
A comprehensive gender pay equity review in 2024 identified and corrected 98% of pay gaps.
- Conducted annual workforce diversity survey: female staff representation 42%; target 45% by 2026.
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