Construction Engineer — Newark Airport

Job overview

The Construction Engineer role is onsite at Newark Airport in Newark, NJ, and may be relocated to another Port Authority facility within the Port District depending on workload. Compensation is $82,862–$132,574 per year. The role supports construction projects while coordinating with facility staff and stakeholders to limit impacts on ongoing operations. The engineer inspects construction work and reviews contract documents to verify compliance. The role also supports change orders, payment applications, inspections, progress meetings, and project documentation to help advance construction work efficiently.

What you'll do

• Prepare daily field inspection reports
• review construction drawings and contract documents
• visit sites and inspect contractor compliance
• identify extra work and prepare estimates and change-order documentation
• assist with contractor invoice and payment application reviews
• coordinate inspections with engineering divisions
• attend progress meetings and distribute minutes
• monitor compliance with approved submittals, SARs, and RFIs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

port authority of new york and new jersey

construction engineer

construction inspection

contract administration

civil engineering

change orders

newark nj

newark airport

hybrid work option

$82,862–$132,574/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package
• hybrid work options for many positions
• professional development and career support.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture, at least four years of construction engineering experience, and a valid driver’s license. The posting permits remote work up to one day per week.

About the employer

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs. Sector: 92.