JPS-723 - Transportation Department Manager New Jersey Princeton 08540

ESR Healthcare; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm is seeking a Transportation Department Manager in Princeton, NJ. The ideal candidate will lead multiple transportation projects, ensuring on-time delivery and client satisfaction while mentoring junior staff. A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment await you at this company.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription plans

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Year-end bonuses based on performance

Profit sharing

Reimbursement for training and certifications

Assistance for attending industry workshops

Incentives for passing the P.E. exam

Travel expenses reimbursed when necessary

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Highway Design.
• P.E. in New Jersey (NY License is beneficial).
• Excellent presentation and proposal writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth in the Highway Department focusing on project execution.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams for project life cycle delivery.
• Mentor design staff and ensure compliance with NJDOT and NJTA processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

JPS-723 - Transportation Department Manager New Jersey Princeton 08540

Job Description

Skills:

Qualifications:

• Seeking a growth-oriented engineer to serve as our Highway (Civil) Department Manager. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving the growth of the department, focusing on project execution and supporting other Project Managers on a variety of transportation projects. This person will collaborate closely with clients and project teams, working throughout the project life cycle to ensure seamless delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• 20+ years of experience in Highway Design.
• B.S. Degree minimum in Civil Engineering (a master’s may be substituted for 2 years of experience).
• P.E. in N.J. (a NY State license is beneficial)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentation skills, and problem-solving skills are also required.
• This position is full-time.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate shall possess strong engineering judgment, striving for quality and financial excellence.
• A good knowledge of NJDOT and NJTA processes and procedures is required along with the desire to mentor and train design staff.
• Working closely with our regional and office leadership, advising on project approach, scope, cost, and schedule, identifying opportunities for innovative solutions and strategic teaming partnerships.
• Attending meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues.
• This position is for our Princeton, NJ location.

Employee Benefits

In addition to a family-type atmosphere where upper management is easily accessible and willing to communicate with all personnel, below are some of the employee benefits offered by our client:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription plans that also contain vision benefits provided by a major insurance provider. The company contributes a substantial portion of the premium for individual and family coverage.
• Dental coverage from a major provider with a large portion covered by the company.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of a percentage of the employee’s salary.
• Term Life Insurance Plans paid by the company.
• Long Term Disability Insurance paid by the company.
• Generous time off packages including major holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Year-end bonuses based on performance and company profit.
• Profit sharing.
• Reimbursement of work-related training, licenses, and certifications.
• Company paid assistance when joining and attending associations, workshops, and seminars dealing with the engineering industry.
• Incentives for passing the P.E. exam.
• Travel expenses, when necessary.