Field Administrator

RailWorks

New York City, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Annuities, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Contract Negotiation, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Documentation, Electricity, Healthcare Reimbursement, Industry Standards, Keyboards, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Project Design, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management

LOCATION

New York City, NY

POSTED

4 days ago

Job ID: 19827

Benefits Offering

Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.)

As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:

+ Local Union #3 Pension (after 5 years)

+ IBEW Pension (after 5 years)

+ NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)

+ Medical, Dental, and Health Reimbursement coverage

+ Educational and Cultural Fund

+ Deferred salary and annuity fund plans

+ Social Security Payback

+ Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Compensation

Starting Salary: $62,000 - $83,2000 annually (total compensation)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (weekends if available)

Position Summary

The Field Administrator will support daily field operations across active construction sites in the New York metropolitan area. This position involves field reporting, documentation management, coordination with engineering staff, oversight of progress tracking using digital tools, and supporting office activities across all project disciplines.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

+ Visit active job sites throughout the New York metropolitan area to support ongoing construction activities

+ Perform daily field reporting and construction oversight using electronic document management systems

+ Take, label, and archive job progress photographs for documentation and reporting

+ Maintain accurate and organized field documentation throughout all project phases

+ Perform general field-level administrative tasks and provide support to technical teams

+ Coordinate with engineers and other professional staff to achieve project goals

+ Adapt to new assignments with guidance and follow standard procedures

+ Support office staff across all project disciplines including office, field, engineering, and quality administration.

Required Skills and Qualifications

+ 2+ years of experience working on active construction sites

+ Familiarity with engineering and construction industry standards, documentation practices, and terminology

+ Familiar with project management and design workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and/or Procore

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping

+ Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with on-site and office teams

+ Highly organized with strong time management capabilities

+ Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment

+ Physically able to navigate construction sites

(standing, climbing, stooping, crouching)

+ Willingness to work outdoors and conduct field surveys

+ Comfortable in all weather conditions and high-noise environments

+ Recommended certifications:

+ Amtrak Track Training

+ CSX Track Training

+ MTA Track Training

+ OSHA 30

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

+ Primarily office-based with computer work at a desk.

+ May require occasional visits to project sites for measurements, coordination, or inspections.

+ Frequent sitting, reading, and use of computer keyboards and monitors.

+ Occasional standing, walking, or climbing during field visits.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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