Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities – Hudson Tunnel Project
Platinum Global Talent Solutions
New York, NY · $150k–$200k a year · Posted October 3, 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 Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities 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 Senior Civil Engineer; Utilities , 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
Serve as the technical SME for utility infrastructure systems during construction, including: - Water distribution - Sanitary sewer systems - Stormwater drainage systems - Natural gas distribution - Electric power distribution and transmission - Telecommunications and fiber-optic networks
Serve as the civil/utility SME during construction for a major Amtrak design-build project.
Provide technical support to field teams and lead resolution of utility and civil-related construction issues.
Review and validate completed designs against field conditions, constructability, and project constraints.
Evaluate and respond to RFIs, submittals, field changes, and design deviations.
Coordinate with contractors, Amtrak, utility owners, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve conflicts and interface issues.
Support utility coordination during construction, including tie-ins, relocations, and sequencing.
Contribute to broader civil scope, including drainage, grading, and corridor infrastructure as needed.
Review shop drawings and as-builts and participate in field inspections and construction meetings.
Identify and mitigate risks impacting cost, schedule, and constructability.
Provide technical guidance to junior staff and support overall project delivery.