Water Wasterwater Resident Engineer PE

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  • New York City, NY
  • $50.00-70.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Join a Mission-Driven Team Shaping NYC’s Water Future!Are you a licensed PE with a passion for water and wastewater infrastructure? Do you thrive in the field, lead with technical excellence, and enjoy mentoring the next generation of engineers? If so, we want you on our growing Construction Management team.We’re a growing and forward-thinking firm delivering critical water and wastewater projects across NYC and nationally. As a Resident Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of planning, design, construction, and commissioning efforts—making a tangible impact on the city’s most vital systems.What You’ll Do
  • Lead with Expertise: Serve as the technical lead on water and wastewater treatment projects of all sizes—from small upgrades to large-scale infrastructure.
  • Own the Project: Manage small to medium-sized projects, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget with full project management responsibilities.
  • Be in the Field: Conduct site visits, oversee field work, and support pilot testing to ensure quality and compliance.
  • Mentor & Grow Talent: Provide hands-on training and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
  • Support Construction Services: Review contractor submittals, evaluate RFIs, and ensure conformance with contract documents during construction.
  • Drive Business Development: Assist in proposal preparation, including scope development and fee estimation.
What We’re Looking For
  • Licensed PE in New York State (required) or from another State
  • 5-15 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering working with NYCDEP
  • Proven ability to lead field teams and manage project delivery
  • Excellent communication and mentoring skills
  • Willingness to travel locally for site work and field activities
Ready to make your mark on NYC’s infrastructure?Apply now and help us build a more resilient, sustainable future—one project at a time.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in New York,NY.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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