Assistant Engineer (Civil/Construction) - VID 221964
General Services, Office of · Erie · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 30, 2026
- Salary
- $74,193 to $94,121 Annually (plus $7,000 Buffalo geographic pay differential)
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Summary
The Assistant Engineer (Civil/Construction) position with the New York State Office of General Services involves supervising and inspecting building construction projects of moderate size and complexity in Buffalo. The role includes coordinating contractor operations, ensuring work conforms to specifications, assisting on larger projects, and recommending contract change orders. This is a full-time, permanent non-competitive appointment under the NY HELPS program with approximately 20% travel required.
Key qualifications
- Pass the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related engineering field
- One year of full-time engineering experience in construction project supervision of structural and architectural building elements (if degree requirement not met)
- Valid New York State Driver's License or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
- Ability to travel approximately 20%
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