Resident Engineer

Job Title: Resident Engineer – NYC Parks Projects

Job Description

The Resident Engineer will oversee multiple New York City parks projects focused on the reconstruction of city sidewalks and tree health. This role involves daily site visits across the city, direct coordination with contractors and project management, and careful oversight of construction activities such as saw cutting, excavation, planting, and concrete restoration. The Resident Engineer will ensure work quality, safety compliance, and accurate documentation of contract items, while maintaining clear and professional communication with stakeholders. This is a long-term opportunity with strong potential for growth and continued involvement in an ongoing street tree planting program.

Responsibilities

• Visit multiple project sites each day, sometimes up to ten locations depending on workflow, across parks and city streets.
• Meet the site superintendent at the assigned job site by 7:00 a.m. and remain present during active work hours.
• Observe and oversee contractors on site performing activities such as saw cutting, excavation, planting, concrete restoration, and related construction tasks.
• Manage and coordinate both small and large contractors working on sidewalks, tree-related work, and park projects.
• Communicate regularly with the project manager, including responding to daily emails with assignments and coordinating staffing needs on site.
• Ensure that adequate personnel and resources are present to complete scheduled work safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with the Parks Department and contractors to keep work progressing according to specifications and project requirements.
• Use the project specification book, understand its contents, and apply relevant specifications to field activities and contractor oversight.
• Review contract line items and verify that work performed aligns with the contract scope and pay items.
• Record, track, and verify measurements for pay items, including quantities such as number of trees planted and excavation volumes, to support accurate contractor payment.
• Perform daily field reporting and documentation of construction oversight, inspections, and site conditions.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety requirements on site, including verifying that contractors wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe work practices.
• Conduct construction oversight tasks at ground level only, without climbing or working on active roadways.
• Confirm that all activities remain at land level and do not involve tree pruning or work in traffic lanes.
• Maintain clear, professional written and verbal communication with the client, project managers, and field personnel.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while making sound field decisions and escalating issues when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture, plant science, construction project management, civil engineering, or a related field plus 2 years of related work experience such as tree protection, pruning, installation and establishment, or other construction services directly related to the contract work; OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of related experience; OR
• Master’s degree plus 6 months of related experience; OR
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant field experience in forestry, landscape, civil engineering, construction oversight, or inspection.
• Experience with construction oversight and inspection activities related to parks, sidewalks, trees, or similar civil projects.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply project specifications and contract documents, including spec books and contract line items.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with clients, project managers, contractors, and public agencies.
• Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision while managing multiple sites and tasks.
• Capability to perform daily field reporting and maintain accurate records of work performed and measurements for pay items.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the year.
• Access to a vehicle to travel to and between work sites across the city.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and the ability to enforce safety practices, including proper use of PPE on site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background or knowledge in forestry, civil engineering, landscape, soil science, plant science, tree care, excavation, or parks-related work.
• Knowledge of plant species and basic plant health considerations.
• Experience working for a landscaping company for multiple years or summers, particularly involving planting, tree care, or site preparation.
• Experience with tree-related construction services such as tree protection, installation, and establishment.
• Familiarity with urban parks environments and street tree planting projects.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple daily site visits and coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Interest in long-term career growth within large-scale infrastructure or parks programs, including arborist or related paths.

Work Environment

The role is field-based and involves working throughout the five boroughs on parks and related city projects, with most assignments typically concentrated within a single borough. The Resident Engineer will spend the majority of the day outdoors at ground level, overseeing construction and planting activities in parks and along sidewalks. Work does not involve climbing, pruning trees, or operating on active roadways, and all activities take place on land level areas. The standard schedule runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., aligning with contractor work hours and site access. The position requires working in all weather conditions and traveling by personal vehicle to and between job sites. The environment is collaborative, involving regular interaction with contractors, project managers, and Parks Department personnel, and offers long-term stability and growth opportunities within an ongoing street tree planting program.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NEW YORK, NY.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in NEW YORK,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

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• Hiring diverse talent
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• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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Salary : $28 - $35