BOB-Project Engineer

As a BOB-Project Engineer at the City of New York, you will primarily review complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects. Your responsibilities include analyzing design calculations and drawings for compliance with standards, performing seismic analysis, and conducting field inspections to ensure bridge safety. You will also supervise subordinates and work collaboratively with contractors and consultants throughout the construction phase.

To qualify for the BOB-Project Engineer position with the City of New York, candidates must possess a valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and have at least four years of satisfactory full-time experience in civil engineering work. A Master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution can substitute for one year of the required experience. Additionally, recent experience in managing complex projects is preferred.

Preferred skills for the BOB-Project Engineer position at the City of New York include effective verbal and written communication abilities, familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, and knowledge of the NYSDOT Bridge Manual and Inspection Manual. Proficiency in relevant computer software is also an advantage, enhancing your capacity to conduct analyses and reviews.

The BOB-Project Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring bridge safety by conducting detailed structural analyses and recommending necessary adjustments during design and construction. Your expertise in load rating calculations, combined with field inspections of bridges and retaining walls, helps maintain the structural integrity vital for public safety against heavy traffic loads.

The BOB-Project Engineer position is based at 55 Water Street in New York City. This location is at the heart of the city’s infrastructure development, providing an exciting environment where you will collaborate with professionals dedicated to enhancing the city’s bridges and public safety.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects you've worked on, detailing your role in the design and analysis of bridge structures. Discuss the challenges you faced and how your input led to improved safety and compliance with regulations.

Discuss your familiarity with AASHTO and NYSDOT standards and how you've applied these in previous projects. Share specific examples or instances where adherence to these guidelines was critical to a project's success, showcasing your attention to detail and regulatory knowledge.

In your response, outline the methodologies and tools you utilize for seismic analysis. Include your experience with software tools, your understanding of seismic evaluation parameters, and how you integrate this analysis into project planning to ensure safety.

Give a specific example where you faced an unexpected issue during an inspection. Explain the steps you took to assess the situation, the decisions you made to address safety concerns, and the outcomes of your actions, highlighting your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your approach to effective communication, diplomacy, and conflict resolution. Highlight techniques you use to clarify expectations, promote collaboration, and ensure that project goals remain on track, providing a positive example from your past experience.

Share your experience in a supervisory role, emphasizing your leadership style, mentoring techniques, and how you've successfully guided team members to enhance their skills and productivity while achieving project milestones.

Mention your commitment to continuous education through webinars, industry publications, and networking with professionals. Discuss any relevant certifications you pursue and how you apply these advancements to improve your engineering practices.

Explain your inspection process, including your planning stage, tools you use, critical aspects you monitor, and the importance of documenting findings clearly. Emphasize safety protocols and how your meticulous approach contributes to project quality.

Share your time management skills and how you prioritize tasks. Provide specific strategies you use to maintain productivity without compromising quality, drawing from previous experiences where you successfully met deadlines.

Detail your proficiency in load rating methods, including the steps you take during this analysis. Discuss how you ensure accuracy through data collection, computational analysis, and adherence to relevant codes and standards.