Transit Project Engineer (Project Engineer 3)
Company: GAI Consultants Inc.
Location: White Plains
Posted on: October 12, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionJoin the Creighton Manning team, a GAI Consultants
Company...
Are you looking for a collaborative work environment where you can
work on exciting and vital transportation projects that transform
your community, where each person is valued and work-life balance
is key? If so, come join our growing, multidisciplinary team of
engineers based in the greater NY Capital Region and Lower Hudson
Valley.
This is an exceptional opportunity for personal and career growth
through exposure to a wide range of design projects, interaction
with highly skilled and motivated colleagues, and team-based
training.
With over 50 years of experience in NY's Capital Region and
adjacent areas, our team provides expertise in civil engineering,
surveying, and construction inspection- serving public and private
clients across 4 main markets: transportation, municipal, land
development, and energy.
Come be part of a winning team that leads in excellence, has
received 16 different industry awards and accolades for engineering
work over the last 7 years across various NY counties, and has been
chosen as a 2023 Best Place to Work by the Albany Business Review
and a Top Workplace for 4 of the last 7 years by the Times Union,
the top news organization in NY's Capital Region.
Here's what employees say about working at Creighton Manning:
Very solid company...understands the mix of life and work, and does
not interfere with that. Mix of young and old within the
company...lots of growth potential.
Flexible schedules -they care about keeping employees happy, even
offering remote work 2 days a week.
Highly collaborative work environment, where you will work directly
with (and learn from) Project Managers, which doesn't happen at the
biggest firms.
A lot of projects are once-in-a-career opportunities...many
exciting career-defining projects...big bridge replacements and
rotaries - projects that have real positive community impact.
The Company culture is great, everyone is looking out for each
other.
Comprehensive, People-Centered Benefits for Total Wellness:
Excellent, competitive pay based on experience and
qualificationsMedical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
optionsFlexible work schedule including WFH policy (2
days/week)Discretionary annual employee bonus401K & Discretionary
Profit-Sharing PlanGenerous PTOTuition reimbursementPaid life
insurance and long-term disability insurancePaid professional
licensing feesPaid membership fees in professional
organizationsBonus perks such as summer BBQs, golf outing, holiday
party, and free snacks!
About This Position:
We are seeking a qualified Transit Project Lead (Engineer or
Planner) with ten (10) plus years' experience to become a part of
our established Transit Group for our Albany, Poughkeepsie,
Syracuse or White Plains Offices. This position will work on a
variety of projects and interact with traffic engineers, highway
engineers, transportation planners and our clients. Projects
generally focus on bus related planning and infrastructure, and can
include transportation and transit planning, station design,
highway design, facilities and site design, alternatives analysis
and concept development, and construction coordination. The
position may require efforts outside normal business hours to
travel, meet client requests and/or attend meetings. A background
and a desire to improve our public transportation systems is a
plus.
Responsibilities include:
Investigate options to improve efficiency in bus service and make
recommendations for network redesign and planningBus rapid transit
experienceEvaluate bus operations to identify opportunities to
reduce overhead costs,Design bus facilities including maintenance
yards and bus stopsLead intermediate and limited complex
transportation planning, and/or engineering assignments in this
field.Lead or assist with multidisciplinary projects involving
architecture, mechanical and structural engineering
disciplinesPrepare conceptual plans, graphics and documents.Lead
project and/or public meetings.Responsible for report writing for
all related projects.Represent the organization in communications
and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of Public
Transportation related planning and/or engineering
assignments.Assume client relations and financial responsibilities
for routine projects.Develop and/or review project documents for
scope, conformity and quality.Work with accounting to complete
monthly invoicing for projects.Assist with project management
duties - staffing, scope, schedule and budget developmentAssist
with business development activities, including proposal
preparation
Check planning and designs prepared by othersDirect coordination
with clients
Job Requirements:
10+ years of experience in a similar role.A professional licensure
and/or certifications in related planning and engineering
disciplines. (AICP, PE)The candidate must have experience working
on public transportation projects in some capacity, preferably with
New York State public transportation authorities and FTA experience
a plus.Active member of a professional practice organization.
Pay Range:
Albany/Syracuse, NY: $48/hour - $62.50/hour
Poughkeepsie, NY: $52/hour - $68/hour
White Plains, NY: $55/hour - $72/hour
Pay is based on applicant's ability/experience and will be rated
accordingly.
EXTRAs
At Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of
our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on
the technical track towards Project Manager or into various
corporate leadership positions. Team members get 360 reviews with
input from peers and managers, to get a broad picture of their
contributions.
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Creighton
Manning will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an
applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy,
childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national
origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental
disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or
carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance,
relationship or association with a member of a protected category,
domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently
separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces
service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under
applicable law.
Job Category: Civil Engineer Planner Project Engineer Transit
Transportation
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: AlbanyPoughkeepsieSyracuseWestchester
Summary
Technical Responsibilities
Serves as the technical advisor for the organization in the
application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned
area.
Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the
organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or
applications.
Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or
products.
Values and analyzes sustainable performance of complex engineering
projects from a systems perspective.
Project and Task Management
Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians.
Plans, schedules, and coordinates the preparation of documents or
activities for multiple major projects or is responsible for an
entire program of an organization.
Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering
projects.
Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management
principles to address them.
Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable
policies and performance measures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
General Characteristics
Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of
engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their
organization.
Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues
and/or unique conditions.
Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their
organization and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of
programs.
Leads programs of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major
project.
Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the
practice of engineering.
Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of
action.
Communication, Teamwork and Leadership
Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive
communications.
Represents their area of specialty within the organization and
liaises with related individuals and organizations.
Routinely interacts with organizational leaders, clients,
officials, contractors, and others.
Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership, including
justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and advocates for
application of these concepts.
Considers social equity and environmental impact of engineering
decisions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Management, Supervision and Guidance
Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms
of broad general objectives and limits.
Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff.
Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of
engineering and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and
dependability in staff.
Education, Traits, and/or Experience
Education
B.S. Engineering
Certification/Licensure
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple
states.
Experience
14+ years of experience.
Language Skills
English as a first language or demonstrated verbal and written
skills in English as a second language. Ability to read, analyze,
and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability
todemonstrate strong writing/communication skills. Ability to write
reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions from
groups ofmanagers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have
knowledge of various software programs which may include
job-specific software; Accounting software; HRIS software; ATS
software; Database software; Internet software; Inventory software;
Payroll systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software;
and Word Processing software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current, valid Driver's License.
Other Qualifications
Must be United States citizen or have permanent residency
status.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background check as well as
possible post-hire, client-based background checks asrequired.
Must be willing to work in a drug free environment and agree to
drug and alcohol testing if required.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job including working on a
computer, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged
periods at a desk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk, and
hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The
employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The
noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Travel Requirements
Must pass MVR check to be confirmed as insurable to drive on
company time/company vehicles; must be willing to travel asrequired
by job.
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