Civil-Site Assistant Engineer CM

GAI Consultants
  • Poughkeepsie, New York
  • $36–$47 Per Hour
14 days ago

Job Description

About This Position:

Assistant Engineer will assist with design development of commercial, institutional and residential related projects.  Design experience should include layout, grading, water, wastewater, stormwater and other infrastructure facilities. Occasional field visits for purposes of investigations and construction phase support services.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Site design and layout of vehicular and pedestrian circulation, parking and loading.
  • Roadway design, including street and sidewalk plans and profiles.
  • Utility design, including plans and profiles of water and sanitary sewer services.
  • Drainage and stormwater management design in accordance with NYSDEC requirements.
  • Grading and erosion control plans.
  • Ability to control layer states within an AutoCAD set of design plans.
  • Construction administration and observation services.
  • Assist with developing application packages to be submitted to municipal board for review that comply with the following:
  • Local zoning, subdivision and land use regulations.
  • Local and generally accepted design and engineering standards.
  • Consistency with a municipality’s Comprehensive Plan or other relevant Planning reports.
  • SEQR review, including compliance with SEQR procedural requirements.
  • State and Federal environmental laws

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) certificate in New York State, or ability to obtain is required.
  • 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Strong organizational skills are required.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Ability to work efficiently, both independently and in a team environment.
  • Basic skills and knowledge of AutoCad/Civil 3D (Land Development Design)
  • Basic knowledge of construction methods of general excavation, pavement and utility installation.
  • Basic knowledge of federal, state and local permitting and the process involved.

Pay Range:

Poughkeepsie – $36/hour – $47/hour

Westchester- White Plains – $38.50/hour – $49/hour

Pay is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly.

Why Creighton Manning?

Creighton Manning, a GAI company, offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and support infrastructure that strengthens communities. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team contributing to projects that improve transportation networks, support municipal services, advance land development, and expand energy infrastructure.

At Creighton Manning, you’ll work alongside engineers, planners, surveyors, inspectors, and support professionals in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You’ll also benefit from comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. As part of GAI, Creighton Manning offers the teamwork and client focus of a regional firm, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at Creighton Manning Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

  • Market based, competitive compensation
  • Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

  • Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  • An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

#CM

Numbers & Facts

LocationPoughkeepsie, New York
Salary$36–$47 Per Hour

Skills

  • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)unmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Administrationunmatched
  • Construction Supportunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Design Servicesunmatched
  • Environmental Lawunmatched
  • Excavationunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Land Developmentunmatched
  • Land Useunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Network Supportunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Project Designunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Software Developmentunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Stormwater Managementunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched
  • Zoningunmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Free resume builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Free resume builder