Arcadis

Deputy Design Manager - Gateway

Arcadis$165K — $244K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent
  • 12+ years of design management experience in large tunneling or underground construction
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bentley software
  • Strong project management skills with ability to prioritize and manage resources
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Assist in overseeing the design team and coordinating design activities in heavy commuter rail systems
  • Ensure design deliverables meet project requirements and standards
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate design elements and solve technical challenges
  • Review design documentation for accuracy and compliance
  • Support value engineering and innovation in design solutions
  • Coordinate with construction teams for seamless transitions from design to construction

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Reward & recognition program
  • Optional benefits including wellbeing support, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement
  • Nine paid holidays and 20 days of PTO per year
Full Job Description
Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Deputy Design Manager to support one of the most iconic and consequential infrastructure initiatives in the United States - the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP).

We are working as the Delivery Partner along with team members and selected by the Gateway Development Commission to deliver this transformative project. The HTP is a critical component of the broader Gateway Program - one of the most ambitious and impactful transportation initiatives in the nation - and is designed to strengthen mobility, enhance resiliency, and ensure the long-term reliability of the Northeast Corridor.

The project encompasses the construction of a new, two-track rail tunnel beneath the Hudson River, along with the full rehabilitation of the existing 113-year-old North River Tunnel. This vital infrastructure supports more than 200,000 daily passengers via Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT and serves as a backbone for economic activity and connectivity between New York and New Jersey.

This is more than just a job - it's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant infrastructure program that will reshape rail transportation, drive sustainable economic growth, and improve regional accessibility for millions. As part of this high-performing, multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver excellence on one of the most technically complex and high-profile projects in the world.

If you're seeking to make a meaningful, lasting impact - while advancing your career alongside some of the best minds in the industry - this is your moment.

Role accountabilities:
  • Assist in oversight of the design team and coordinating design activities for the project in the field of heavy commuter rail systems.
  • Ensure that design deliverables meet project requirements, client expectations, and relevant standards.
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders to integrate design elements and address technical challenges.
  • Review design drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
  • Support value engineering efforts, design optimization, and innovation in design solutions.
  • Coordinate with construction teams to ensure seamless transition from design to construction phase.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
  • 12 + years extensive experience in design management, preferably on large tunneling or underground construction projects.
  • Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Bentley software suites

Key Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership capabilities.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $165,000 - $244,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

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About Arcadis

Arcadis is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides a range of services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, and buildings. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Arcadis has a presence in over 70 countries and employs more than 27,000 people worldwide. The company's clients include governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Arcadis is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
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