GAI Consultants Inc

Structural Project Engineer - Bridges CM

GAI Consultants Inc$101K — $116K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or equivalent.
  • 5-10 years of experience in structural engineering, specifically in transportation infrastructure.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure in NY or ability to acquire it.
  • Experience with bridge and culvert design/rehabilitation projects in New York State.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and check calculations ensuring compliance with AASHTO and NYSDOT standards.
  • Develop comprehensive design reports, specifications, and plans for bridge design projects.
  • Coordinate project scope and budget with clients to develop efficient solutions.
  • Perform structural analysis and stability reviews for new and existing structures.
  • Design temporary shoring systems and crane plans for construction phases.
  • Lead project tasks with autonomy and serve as client contact on multiple projects.

Benefits

  • Market-based competitive compensation with performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and company-paid disability and life insurance.
  • Generous paid time off policy plus an additional floating holiday.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for professional development.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Structural Project Engineer for bridge and other transportation-related projects to join our consulting firm in Albany, or Poughkeepsie, Syracuse, New York.

About This Position:

A Project Engineer functions as a fully competent engineer in all aspects of the subject matter of assignments. Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by junior staff. Assess the feasibility and soundness of proposal preparation. Generally performs as a staff advisor and consultant as to a technical specialty or a program function. Typical projects include bridge and culvert rehabilitations and replacements, retaining wall design, miscellaneous structural design for transportation infrastructure, and construction engineering support. Project Engineers often require efforts outside normal business hours to meet client requests and/or attend meetings.

The ideal candidate will have:
  • Experience progressing transportation infrastructure design projects in New York State including culvert and bridge replacement or rehabilitation projects
  • Strong organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication, presentation, and client relation skills - both verbal and written

Responsibilities include:
  • Ability to prepare or check calculations and/or direct the design procedures of others to ensure that calculations are in accordance with AASHTO and NYSDOT design standards.
  • Prepare Design Reports, specifications, plans, studies, permits, and designs for various bridge design projects.
  • Develop plan details for bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects in accordance with NYSDOT Standards.
  • Work within assigned task scope and budget, and coordinate with client and team to develop effective and efficient solutions.
  • Perform structural analysis and/or stability review of existing/new bridges/structures for proposed construction loading and temporary conditions.
  • Development of demolition/erection sequence plans; including the stability analysis of the structure during each of the different stages of construction.
  • Analysis and design of temporary shoring towers/systems for both gravity and lateral loads.
  • Design/Detailing of hydraulic jacking and structural lifting systems.
  • Development of Crane Pick Plans; including geometry and feasibility studies, Site Logistics, crane sizing and capacity checks, design of load distribution mats, custom rigging.
  • Serves as Project Engineer with autonomy for project related tasks and as a designated client contact. May have responsibilities on multiple projects.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work.
  • Plan and conduct work requiring judgment and independent evaluation.
  • Apply standard technology and procedures.
  • Conduct analysis choosing appropriate applications.
  • Anticipate bigger project objectives.
  • Complete complex engineering assignments.
  • Review cost and quantity estimating prepared by others.
  • Attend project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
  • Responsible for report writing for all complexity of projects.
  • Assume client relations for routine basic projects.
  • Provide delegation and supervision of Engineer I/II/III's and Technicians.
  • Provide coordination for multi-discipline projects.
  • Provide direction on technical guidance for complex problems.
  • QC/Peer review.
  • Oversee quality and standards.
  • Serve as a consultant and technical leader on proposals and projects. Provide technical guidance and strategy assistance in the development of design and/or planning proposals and concepts.
  • Develop innovative approaches to solve technical issues within the constraints of fiscal realities.
  • Seek technical challenges and troubleshoot technical issues on projects.
  • Capable to review product documents for technical quality assurance and compliance with standards.

Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or an approved equivalent.
  • 5-10 years of experience in a similar engineering role.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure in NY or ability to obtain reciprocal licensure.

Hourly Pay Range:

Albany and Syracuse, NY: $49.00/hour-$56.00/hour

Poughkeepsie, NY: $53.90-$61.60 /hour

Pay is based on applicant's ability/experience and labor market, and will be rated accordingly.

Benefits To Working at Creighton Manning Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition
  • Market based, competitive compensation
  • Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance
  • Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  • An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

EXTRAs

At Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on the technical or management track, and employees are encouraged to participate in our mentoring program to help them navigate their career.

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About GAI Consultants Inc

GAI Consultants, Inc. is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with over 1,000 employees in offices throughout the eastern United States. GAI provides local expertise to worldwide clients in the energy, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.
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1,000 employees
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$10 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$150 million

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