Transportation Office Engineer - NYSDOT

Company: Popli, Architecture + Engineering
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Full-time Description If you are a team player with a passion to drive your career in Construction Inspection, Popli Design Group (PDG) is the place for you! PDG is seeking an experienced Construction Office Engineer or an individual who is interested in learning Office Engineering duties. Construction Office Engineers support our construction inspection field sites and project work in regions across the state by providing communication, review and documentation of different processes throughout the project. Responsibilities: Set up project field offices and document filing systems Maintain all project records, paperwork and filing Liaise with State/Local agencies and partnered engineering firms Track project correspondence between clients, onsite staff, EICs, contractors and subcontractors Track quantity of work items completed and process progress estimates for contractor payments Review inspection staff daily work reports Schedule QA/QC material testing and document material acceptances Record Progress Meetings minutes Review Change Orders and Force Account Work documentation Complete Project Closeout Required Skills: High Level Organizational Skills Written and Verbal Communication Skills Advanced Attention to Detail Microsoft Suite and a willingness and ability to learn new software Experience with AASHTO SiteManager Software is Beneficial Ability to Multi-task Experience, Education and Certification: Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Management Or 3-years of Construction Inspection Experience A Valid Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required. Work Environment: The Office Engineer will typically be working in a Construction Field Office located on the specific project site. They would be working with engineering management and inspection staff, contractor office and field staff, and the Project Engineer-in-Charge. Travel will be required for specific project assignments with some ability to perform work remotely subject to project work demands. Physical Demands: The job requires prolonged periods of sitting at a computer. Walking, stooping, and bending as needed The ability and willingness to travel when needed This job description does not contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of this position. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice. To be considered for this position the candidate must continuously and effectively perform all tasks listed above and the candidate’s supervisors must recommend the position. About Popli Design Group (PDG) PDG is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm that has been serving clients since 1982. With four decades of experience and expertise, we have evolved from a transportation engineering firm to a comprehensive, full-service organization with seven office locations in New York State. Our extensive portfolio of successful projects has earned us a trusted reputation among our clients. Pay rate varies between projects and location and are dictated by contract rates and titles. Overall compensation factors in experience, location and contract rates. Salary Description $49.00 - $69.00 / hour

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