We are a diversified, multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm.
KC provides the following categories of service to our clients: civil, structural, geotechnical, and municipal engineering; construction inspection; land development; grant administration; water supply; wastewater treatment; construction claims and dispute resolution; and land surveying. We are located in Albany, Newburgh and New York City, NY. KC provides quality consulting services and is committed to performing our services to the highest professional standard in a socially, ethically, and environmentally responsible manner. We are the leading mid-sized engineering and land surveying firm in the mid-Hudson Valley and NY Metro area. We consult for major national and global firms on multi-billion dollar projects. Our employees have myriad opportunity to grow their skills and advance their careers. KC provides a stimulating, stable, and rewarding work environment. KC attracts, retains, and develops its employees as leaders in the business of providing professional services to our clients.
If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in engineering or land surveying, please contact us. KC offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance (KC pays 85% of base plan premium), life insurance, flexible benefits for dependent care and medical needs, 401k profit sharing plan with matching program, tuition reimbursement, paid time off (PTO), flex time, holidays, a discretionary year-end bonus, and flex hours. Salary will be commensurate with experience, and KC is an equal opportunity employer. KC is an E-Verify company.
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Inspector – Water Main – New York, NY
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking a candidate for an Inspector in our New York City office. This is a full time position for a New York City Department of Design and Construction Water Main Project.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- BA/BS from an accredited college or four years high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
- Qualified for ASCE Grade I or NICET Grade II.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in construction inspection or management on infrastructure construction projects (highway/sewer/water).
- Working knowledge of the following: (1) NYCDDC policies and procedures, (2) NYCDEP specifications (for sewer and water projects), and (3) NYCDOT specifications (for highway projects).
- Working knowledge of NYCDDC record keeping.
- Effective oral, written, organization and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
- Certified for OSHA 10-hour safety and confined space training.
- ACI Grade I is desirable.
- Current Water Main Inspection Certification Card certifying successful completion of the DDC Water Main Training Program.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
The primary work location is at the KC New York City office. Successful candidates may be required to provide support to other KC offices on an as needed basis.
- Perform work of moderate difficulty and responsibility in the inspection of structures, bridges, roadway, and other construction.
- Experience with inspection of NYC DDC water main work, MPT, MOS, roadway and sidewalk restoration.
- Be able to perform work independently.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 8 company-paid Holidays
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $58.18 - $60.00 per hour
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Geotechnical Engineer – New York, NY
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking a candidate for a Geotechnical Engineer in our New York City office. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- BS in Geotechnical Engineering is required.
- MS in Geotechnical Engineering is desirable.
- Qualify for ASCE Grade III.
- Minimum 3 years of experience.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and related software.
- Effective oral, written, organization and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
- New York State Professional Engineer License is desirable.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
The primary work location is at the KC New York City office. Successful candidates may be required to provide support to other KC offices on an as needed basis.
- Perform dedicated design work on structural, bridge/culvert, site civil, and roadway design projects.
- Perform engineering duties in design and construction inspection of structural projects such as bridges, culverts, buildings, retaining walls, and roadways, etc.
- Review design documents for approval and attend meetings with government agencies/entities, architects, engineers, design professionals, professional organizations and community groups, and the public to provide advice and information concerning municipal projects.
- Generate reports, memos, or other documentation necessary to support engineering designs.
- Keep equipment operational by following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 8 company-paid Holidays
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $70,000 - $95,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Civil Engineer – All Offices
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for Civil Engineers in our New York City, Albany, and Newburgh offices. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- BS in Civil Engineering or related fields is required.
- Qualified for ASCE Grade III.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in design and construction inspection of municipal projects.
- Experience in construction inspection, monitoring, and support services is preferred.
- Familiarity with local agency, municipal zoning, and/or planning regulations, including the NYSDEC, NYSDOT, NYSDOH, and 10 States Standards.
- Effective oral, written, organization and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
- New York State Professional Engineer License is desirable.
- Having passed the Fundamentals in Engineering exam is preferred.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
The primary work location is at one office location office. Successful candidates may be required to provide support to other KC offices on an as needed basis.
- Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making some substantial engineering adaptations.
- Assist in planning, designing, monitoring, and/or managing of project and programs such as roadway, water and sewer utilities, water and wastewater treatment systems, and culverts.
- Review design drawings and indicate basic design corrections.
- Review engineering plans for compliance with numerous regulatory acts.
- Assist in the evaluation of contract bids and make recommendations to higher-level engineers.
- Generate reports, memos, or other documentation necessary to support engineering designs.
- Report to and provide support for office project manager.
- May be required to conduct site or field visits, and be alert to safety hazards in the field.
- At times, site or field visits may occur during less than ideal conditions such as unusually hot or cold temperatures, rain, and even snow.
- May be required to walk up or down steep inclines.
- Be able to perform work independently.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 8 company-paid Holidays
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $70,000 - $95,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Structural Engineer – New York, NY
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking a candidate for a Structural Engineer in our New York City office. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- MS in Structural Engineering or related fields is desirable. BS in Structural Engineering or related fields is required.
- Qualified for ASCE Grade III.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with a strong technical background in design and construction of structural projects.
- Experience in the preparation and management of public bid construction contracts/specifications.
- Familiarity with local agency regulations, including the NYSDEC, NYSDOT, NYSDOH, and 10 States Standards.
- Effective oral, written, organization and time management skills
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
- New York State Professional Engineer License is desirable.
- Having passed the Fundamentals in Engineering exam is preferred.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
The primary work location is at the KC New York City office. Successful candidates may be required to provide support to other KC offices on an as needed basis.
- Assist on dedicated design work on structural, bridge/culvert, site civil, and roadway design projects.
- Perform engineering duties in design and construction inspection of structural projects such as bridges, culverts, buildings, retaining walls, and roadways, etc.
- Provide work-around solutions to designated design and construction inspection staff.
- Assist in the review of design documents for approval and attend meetings with government agencies/entities, architects, engineers, design professionals, professional organizations and community groups, and the public to provide advice and information concerning municipal projects.
- Generate reports, memos, or other documentation necessary to support engineering designs.
- Report to and provide support for office project manager.
- Be able to perform work independently.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 8 company-paid Holidays
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $70,000 - $95,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Project Officer II – All 5 NYC Boroughs
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for a New York City Construction Authority (SCA) Project Officer II in all five NYC boroughs. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction- and design-related fields; two (2) years must involve managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA.
- A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Effective oral, written, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
Oversee, as the SCA’s on-site representative, various construction projects in various stages of development.
- Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of the more complex and/or highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior-level SCA Project Officer.
- Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
- Make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process.
- Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible.
- Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design, and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations.
- Provide ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel, and Senior Project Officers on project issues; routinely interact with SCA senior managers on such matters.
- Participate in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; review and make recommendations on SCA-wide procedures and policies.
- Provide guidance and advice to lower-level Project Officers.
- Resolve issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff.
- Work with architect-/engineer-of-record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals, and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code-compliant, and aesthetic facility.
- Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance. Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default.
- Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and have the authority to negotiate with contractors and commit the SCA’s resources on such change orders.
- Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action. Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims.
- Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties.
- Perform other related tasks.
- Adhere to SCA policies in addition to KC company policies.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 11 SCA observed Holidays paid
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $100,000 - $145,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Project Officer Associate – All 5 NYC Boroughs
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for a New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) Project Officer Associate in all five NYC boroughs. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- Shall have a four (4) year college degree from an accredited college related to construction management, architecture, or engineering, or
- A two (2) year technical degree from accredited college and two (2) years of full-time experience performing: construction inspection and monitoring of construction projects, or
- A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Will have a working knowledge of computer software systems (e.g., Excel, Word).
- Effective oral, written, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
The Project Officer Associate reports to a Project Officer, Level I, II, III or to a Senior Project Officer. The Project Officer Associate may perform a broad range of supportive and necessary school construction technical tasks of varying degrees of difficulty in a variety of assignments within the Construction Management Department.
- Review documents submitted for City-required building and other permits for completeness and accuracy.
- Provide support to permit applicants in completing the filing procedure with various City agencies.
- Deliver documents to various City agencies for data entry, review, and/or approval.
- May be required to work closely with Plan Examiners in reviewing documents for City Building Code and for guaranteeing compliance.
- Research existing building status from City records at various agencies.
- Perform related tasks.
- Adhere to SCA policies in addition to KC company policies.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 11 SCA observed Holidays paid
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $65,000 - $85,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Scheduler – SCA LIC Office
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for a New York City Construction Authority (SCA) Scheduler in the SCA LIC office. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, construction management, engineering, environmental services, or related course work.
- Three (3) years minimum experience in the scheduling of construction projects, new rehabilitations, and additions.
- A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Effective oral, written, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
- Experience in the development of logical sequencing of the work, contract durations, and phasing.
- Ability and the understanding to fully utilize the computer program Primavera/Expedition.
- Experience in the review and analysis of claims, time extensions, and impact on costs.
- Experience in new and renovation-type construction.
- Adhere to SCA policies in addition to KC company policies.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 11 SCA observed Holidays paid
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $125,000 - $145,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Estimator – SCA LIC Office
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for a New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) Estimator in the SCA LIC office. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, construction management, engineering, environmental services, or related course work.
- Eight (8) years of full-time, technical experience: five (5) years must have been in one of the estimating areas of architecture, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing; the remaining three (3) years must have been in any combination of technical construction-related areas.
- A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Effective oral, written, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
- Confer with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a detailed cost estimate.
- Prepare and/or ensure the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and/or construction.
- Supervise the development of quantity surveys and cost evaluations relating to design documents, contract drawings, specifications, or contract changes.
- Review and report on contract estimates prepared by private consultants; recommend if estimate is appropriate for SCA’s implementation.
- Participate in cost negotiations.
- Plan, assign, and review the cost estimating work of estimates.
- Perform related tasks.
- Adhere to SCA policies in addition to KC company policies.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 11 SCA observed Holidays paid
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Expeditor – SCA LIC Office
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C., a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm, is seeking candidates for a New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) Expeditor in the SCA LIC office. This is a full-time position.
The potential candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
Experience/Qualifications:
- High school or a general education diploma from an accredited program.
- Three (3) years of full-time experience performing: construction document review, zoning compliance, filing and facilitating permit approval, and researching property status.
- A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Effective oral, written, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have New York State Driver’s License.
The responsibilities of this position are as follows:
Responsible for performing technical and administrative tasks related to the review of New York City permits.
- Review documents submitted for City-required building and other permits for completeness and accuracy.
- Provide support to permit applicants in completing the filing procedure with various City agencies.
- Deliver documents to various City agencies for data entry, review, and/or approval.
- May be required to work closely with Plan Examiners in reviewing documents for City Building Code and for guaranteeing compliance.
- Research existing building status from City records at various agencies.
- Perform related tasks.
- Adhere to SCA policies in addition to KC company policies.
KC Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C. offers competitive benefits including:
- Health, vision, dental, and LT disability insurance (company pays 85% of the base plan premium)
- ST disability insurance (company pays 100%)
- FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plan
- FSA Commuter Transit program
- 401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan with 100% match up to 4% of gross salary
- Discretionary year-end bonus
- Discretionary year-end profit-sharing up to 6% of gross salary
- Paid vacation (15 days annually – accrued based on start date)
- Flex time (5 days annually – accrued quarterly)
- 11 SCA observed Holidays paid
- KC is an E-Verify company
- KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $65,000 - $85,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Please note that KC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed recruitment fee agreement, KC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume without a previously signed agreement, KC explicitly reserves the right to pursue those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers and employees, are deemed to be the property of KC.