Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
BOB-Assistant Civil Engineer
$66,330 – $99,528 / yr
Posted until September 25, 2026 · posted September 11, 2026
≈ $31.89/hr equivalent · $2,551 every 2 weeks, before taxes.
NYC minimum wage is $17/hr. This beats it by $14.89/hr, with health insurance and a pension on top.
Requirements
Other requirements
Exam
Civil service exam title
Where
55 Water St NY NY
Openings
2
Check yourself
What they actually ask for.
Other requirements: read them on the posting
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.
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The work
What the job is.
Read the full description from the posting
Civil Service Title- Assistant Civil Engineer * IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST EXAM# 7006 Assistant Civil Engineer will work on bridge capital design and/or construction projects in the Roadway Bridges group. Perform work of moderate difficulty and responsibility. Supervise a small team engaged in activities related to design, construction oversight, inspection, materials testing, or drafting. Engage in research, investigations or studies related to engineering functions and activities. Develop drawings, write specifications and prepare estimates. Participate in inspections. Verify that all construction, demolition, or alteration plans comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Provide status and progress reports for assigned projects. Review invoices for Consultants and Contractors. Review and comment on technical submissions pertaining to the design effort. Work Location 55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041 Hours 8:00AM - 4:00PM/Monday - Friday Other reasons you should work for us: Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. College savings plan Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax) a tax-deferred savings program and access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. 35-hour base work week. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists.
Preferred skills
At least one to three years of Bridge-related experience. Proficient in Microsoft
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
New York City Residency is not required for this position
How to apply, from the posting
All resumes are to be submitted electronically. All applicants please go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 792124 . No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.
Proof
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From NYC Open Data, as the city processed it on September 21, 2026. Postings change daily. Confirm on the official posting before you rely on anything here.