Seasonal Civil Engineer I Construction Access Permits Summer 2026

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Position Information:

Long-Term Seasonal Civil Engineer I Construction Access Permits: 4/19/2026-10/31/2026 (28 weeks) @ 37.5 hrs: Contact Supervisor for schedule.1 position(s).

This position reports to the State Transportation Building 10 Park Plaza Suite 6620 Boston

Please note if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.

Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days) your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

Who We Are:

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting promoting and enhancing our common wealth of natural cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. Our infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR our facilities and our programs please visit or contact us at

Who We Serve:

Massachusetts was the first state in the nation to combine energy and environmental agencies under one Cabinet secretary. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) serves Commonwealth residents interested in outdoor recreational activities clean energy solutions and those who work with animals and livestock. Equally EOEEA works with energy consumers power companies clean energy providers and farmers to delicately balance the interaction with environmental protection laws and regulations while being a cornerstone for our economic prosperity.

Position Overview:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Long-Term Seasonal Civil Engineer I Construction Access Permits to enable DCR to properly manage outside the impacts of outside entities on DCR property.

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will require independent work and decision making in collaboration with the supervisor and Construction Permit team. Staff in this position will be responsible for conducting field investigations such as those needed to gather information needed to resolve construction maintenance environmental or traffic problems related to the insurance of Construction Access Permits. This staff member will also coordinate with permitting staff to resolve issues with non-compliance. They will also inspect construction operations such as drainage steel placement paving or concrete to ensure that work is being performed according to specifications and in conformance with DCR construction permit requirements.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Anticipated tasks and responsibilities include:

Site Inspection

• Review and confirm Scopes of Work prior to the start of work

• Coordinate check-ins with contractors

• Monitor ongoing work in compliance with permitting conditions

• Perform field observation of Contract work

• Report on any problems in the field

• Review completed work

• Other duties as assigned

Project Coordination

• Visit job sites to familiarize self with project and location

• Establish site contacts

• Update permits team on project progress

• Conduct on-site meetings with contractors and other DCR staff.

• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand topographic maps and sketch plans

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to adapt to multiple projects.

• Ability toestablishand maintain harmonious working relationships with others.

• Ability to work outdoors all year round under varying climatic conditions.

• Familiarity with and willingness to travel throughout the Commonwealth

• Possession of a current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operators license

About the Division of Design and Engineering:

Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship DCRs Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR other agencies and communities across the state to plan design build and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the addition our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams seawalls parkways and park roads sidewalks and trails and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects engineers landscape architects planners tradespeople as well as business finance and administrative support who work together to support D&Es mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities and strive to improve visitor experience enhance universal accessibility and help modernize DCRs facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral energy independent and resilient to climate change.

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