Highway Design - Project Manager

GPI is seeking a Highway Design Project Manager to join our growing Long Island operations within our Melville, 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. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence who fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

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

• 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

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V

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