About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

You will support construction engineering and inspection on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working on-site across Manhattan-area projects, you’ll help ensure work meets contract documents, specifications, and quality standards while documenting progress and communicating with project teams.

• Document contractor progress, measured quantities, and daily field activity
• Monitor and report on schedule and budget status
• Review contract plans, specifications, submittals, and material information
• Perform or coordinate construction material testing and acceptance documentation
• Use contract documents to monitor compliance and identify/mitigate project risks
• Communicate clearly with the client, contractors, and internal project teams
• Maintain accurate field logs, photos, and document control records

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
• Working knowledge of construction engineering principles and document control
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working on active construction sites and following safety protocols
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Hands-on experience or internships in water/wastewater construction or public works
• Familiarity with material testing procedures and basic field testing equipment
• Understanding of quantity measurement and progress-pay documentation
• OSHA 10 or similar safety training
• Eagerness to learn from senior inspectors and project engineers; goal-oriented growth mindset

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Employment Details & Location

• Employment type: FULL_TIME
• Location: Manhattan, NY (onsite; projects within NYC/NJ area)
• Estimated base salary: $84,360 per year (estimated) — final compensation set by our client and may vary by experience and location

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Why Apply (What You’ll Get)

• Entry-level role with structured mentorship from experienced construction engineers and inspectors
• Hands-on experience on water infrastructure projects and public works delivery
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within engineering and construction management
• Work with cross-disciplinary teams and exposure to integrated delivery practices

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Compliance & Candidate Notes

Careertakes and our client comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Candidates will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process upon request.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.