Project Engineer | Hudson Tunnel Project
Platinum Global Talent Solutions
Newark, NJ · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
About the Company & Project
Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Project Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.
The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.
As the Project Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.
Responsibilities
Assist with design reviews, resolve technical issues, and coordinate design change documentation.
Provide technical support during construction, review contractor submittals, and monitor progress against milestones.
Facilitate communication among stakeholders, schedule meetings, and assist with project documentation, including drawings and specifications.
Provide opinions on constructability, means and methods, and the impacts of technical decisions on the overall project, including analysis of critical path schedule impacts and scenario analyses.
Support the integration and coordination of all HTP Packages, ensuring comprehensive interface management and collaboration among design, construction, and operations teams.
Assist with programmatic oversight and management of project controls functions, including schedule, cost, change, risk, and document management.
Update project controls procedures, workflow processes, and tools as requested.
Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly project reports, including safety, quality, environmental, and milestone status updates.
Maintain a lessons learned register and master issues log for the HTP.
Support implementation and monitoring of the HTP Project Management Plan (PMP), Quality Management Plan (QMP), and other federally required plans.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including NJDEP, NEPA, USACE, Section 106, and County or Municipal agencies permitting requirements.
Assist with quality assurance activities, including witnessing testing, periodic audits, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications and contract requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
3–7 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably on large infrastructure or transportation projects.
Roadway engineering skills such as geometric design, grading, access management, permitting, utilities, stormwater management, roadway drainage design, 3D roadway modeling, traffic/accident analysis and traffic control and staging plans.
Familiarity with project controls, scheduling, cost management, and risk management.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to major capital projects (NJDOT, NJDEP, NEPA, USACE, Section 106, County or Municipal agencies, etc.).
Experience with quality assurance, construction monitoring, and technical documentation.
Proficiency with BIM, AutoCAD, MicroStation, PMIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
The estimated starting salary for this position is $140k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Engineer looking to work on the most challenging, high-profile and innovative projects. If you're an ambitious professional who thrives in a client-facing role and enjoys delivering solutions that drive project success, we encourage you to apply.
Why this is a Great Opportunity
Full-time position with competitive compensation
Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).
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