Field Administrator (entry level)
Date: Dec 29, 2025
Location: New York City, NY, US
Company: RailWorks
Job ID: 19477
Benefits Offering
Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & 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.
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
Starting Salary: $46,000 - $62,000
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (weekends if available)
Position Summary
The entry level Field Administrator will support daily field and office operations across active construction sites in the New York metropolitan area. This position involves supporting activities across all project disciplines including office, field, engineering, and quality administration.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Collect and organize field documentation, including daily reports and photographs
- Assist with progress tracking using digital tools and project management software
- File job progress photographs for documentation and reporting
- Provide general administrative support to field and office teams
- Work closely with engineers, project managers, and technical staff to help achieve project goals
- Learn how large-scale transit projects are documented, tracked, and delivered
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Recent college graduate seeking professional work experience
- Interested in engineering, construction, or project management
- Familiar with project management and design workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and/or Procore
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with on-site and office teams
- Highly organized with strong time management capabilities
Previous construction or field experience is helpful but not required. Training and mentorship will be provided.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Works in an office environment but frequently travels locally and nationally
- Sits for long periods of time
- Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
- May require standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
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This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the position. Additional tasks may be assigned as business needs evolve.
At L.K. Comstock & Company LLC, we take pride in tackling challenging projects every day. Our success is built on a collaborative, open-minded work environment that fosters teamwork, positivity, and innovation. We are committed to maintaining a culture of trust, respect, and inclusion—where every team member is valued. We also offer opportunities for career advancement, skills development, and long-term professional growth.
L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City