DescriptionGPI is seeking a Highway Design Project Manager to join our growing Long Island operations within our Manhattan, NY office. We work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment on various transportation projects for federal, state, local, and private clients. We want to grow our management team with individuals who possess a great work ethic and a desire for self-growth and mentorship of the next generation. Our ideal candidate will possess a high energy level and a strong desire to accomplish great things within our engineering group. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm, and provides the opportunity to work on projects at local, state and national levels.
Responsibilities:- Guide the development of Preliminary and final Design Plans for roadway projects, including pavement restoration, ADA compliance, signing and pavement markings, Multi-use Facilities for Pedestrians/Bicyclists, Work Zone Traffic Control design, complete streets, and drainage improvements
- Coordination with and a general understanding of other disciplines, including structures, traffic analysis, signalization, environmental/permitting, lighting, utilities, Survey, and Right-of-Way acquisition
- Managing project scope, schedule, budget, plans, production, and directing the engineering team as a technical and project lead
- Ability to work in a team environment and actively assist, mentor, and support junior personnel
- Develop contract specifications, construction cost estimates, and preparation of contract bid documents
- Provide Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) for engineering deliverables
- Communicate effectively and proactively to address client queries
- Support targeted and personalized outreach efforts for local and regional clients, while retaining and improving current client relationships
- Establish client relationships and be involved with marketing and proposal development
Qualification:- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
- New York State Professional Engineer (PE) required
- 12 + years of transportation/roadway design and project management experience
- Shall be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrate leadership skills with a desire for growth
- Proficiency and experience utilizing software applications (MicroStation, Open Roads Design, Civil 3D) with minimal guidance
- Knowledge of NYSDOT's Locally Administered Federal Aid project process a plus
- Experience working with NYSDOT Regions 10 and 11 a plus
Requirements- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
- Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
- Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
