Senior Systems Engineer

Infra Tech Engineering, LLC (ITE) is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Construction Estimating and Digital Systems to support a major public transportation infrastructure program with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), Construction & Development, Bridges & Tunnels Business Unit.

This highly specialized position combines construction cost estimating, project controls, database engineering, business intelligence, and Microsoft Power Platform application development.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AACE Class 1-5 estimating methodologies and proven experience developing integrated digital tools that improve construction estimating, scheduling, reporting, and project management efficiency., Construction Estimating and Cost Engineering

• Prepare, review, and validate construction cost estimates in accordance with AACE Class 1-5 estimating standards.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, bid analyses, change order evaluations, and cost comparisons.
• Utilize Bluebeam, RSMeans Online, and other industry-standard estimating applications.
• Develop estimates for construction and professional/personal-services contracts.
• Support value engineering, constructability reviews, indirect rate analysis, and cost forecasting.

Digital Systems Development and Data Integration

• Design, develop, and maintain Microsoft Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
• Create interactive dashboards, automated reporting tools, and customized applications for project estimating and program management.
• Design, administer, and optimize SQL databases for construction cost and project data.
• Integrate information from enterprise applications, including PeopleSoft, IMPACT, Primavera P6, and related project management platforms.
• Develop and maintain SharePoint applications and collaborative document-management environments.
• Support migration of historical estimating information into HCSS and new database libraries.
• Develop advanced Excel applications incorporating pivot tables, macros, and VBA programming.
• Apply AI prompting and AI-enabled automation to improve data processing, reporting, and productivity.

Project Controls and Systems Integration

• Integrate estimating, scheduling, and project controls information across digital platforms.
• Utilize Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Planner to support CPM scheduling and reporting.
• Develop connected workflows that improve information accuracy, transparency, and decision-making.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction management, project controls, and information technology personnel., Work is generally performed Monday through Friday, with shifts of 7:00 AM-3:30 PM or 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Occasional field/site visits may be required., This position is associated with an anticipated MTA staff augmentation assignment and is subject to contract award and client approval.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of construction estimating experience.
• Minimum 7 years utilizing construction estimating software such as Bluebeam and RSMeans Online.
• Minimum 5 years applying AACE Class 1-5 estimating standards.
• Minimum 5 years estimating professional/personal-services contracts.
• Minimum 5 years reviewing construction estimates for compliance with contract documents and scope requirements.
• Minimum 4 years developing advanced project/program management applications utilizing Microsoft Power Platform and Power BI.
• Demonstrated SQL database development and management experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with advanced Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, macros, and VBA.
• Experience integrating Power Platform applications with enterprise databases and systems.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, CPM scheduling, and Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated experience using AI prompting and AI-driven automation to enhance business processes.
• Experience working with estimating databases, data migration, and integrated information systems.
• Strong analytical, technical, communication, leadership, and coordination skills., * Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Power Platform Fundamentals certification or equivalent.
• Experience with MTA, Bridges & Tunnels, NYSDOT, PANYNJ, or comparable public transportation infrastructure programs.
• Familiarity with HCSS estimating libraries, Unifier, PeopleSoft, IMPACT, and enterprise project management systems.