Assistant Engineering Manager

Job ID: 19691

Benefits Offering

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

$105000 - $125000 / year total compensation

Position Summary

About Us
Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock C 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.

Job Summary
The Assistant Engineering Manager will support Engineering Managers in overseeing rail construction projects across multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, signal, traction power, communications, civil, structural, track, and catenary systems. This role is responsible for managing engineering status reports, tracking drawings and maintaining drawing logs, and helping ensure alignment between engineering activities and schedules across multiple projects.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Support engineering staff in tracking and managing all engineering activities through status reports and project logs
Develop and maintain tracking logs as needed to support project requirements
Attend project meetings to stay informed on construction schedules and milestones
Identify scheduling conflicts or delays and assist in implementing corrective actions to maintain project timelines
Assist in coordinating engineering activities to ensure alignment with overall project schedules
Prepare daily survey reports and maintain survey schedule logs in accordance with project needs
Maintaining engineering survey schedule logs
Assist in updating engineering schedules using a project's Critical Path Method (CPM)
Provide guidance and training to engineering staff on the use of status reports and tracking tools

Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or a related field
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple construction projects simultaneously
Familiar with CAD software such Bentley/MicroStation, REVIT, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
Efficient in using project management and design workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team
Highly organized with strong time management capabilities.
Willingness to travel across New York City's five boroughs for project meetings and fieldwork
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

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at construction sites as well as indoors
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction
• Sits, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
• May be exposed to loud noise

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.