Transportation and Highway Technical Manager

Metro Associates; Town of Ithaca (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid work schedule

Paid holidays & generous PTO

Work-life balance support

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Metro Associates seeks a Transportation & Highway Technical Manager to provide senior technical leadership on highway and roadway design projects in Upstate New York. The role focuses on hands-on design, guiding staff, and delivering high-quality projects for NYSDOT and local municipalities.

The ideal candidate has 8-15 years in transportation engineering, a PE license (preferred), and strong mentoring skills. A hybrid work schedule and emphasis on career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.
• 8-15 years’ experience in transportation, roadway, or highway engineering.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it.
• Prior staff management preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation preferred.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT design standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver transportation projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life in local communities.
• Foster a high-performing, motivated team through clear expectations, constructive feedback, mentoring, and career development.
• Oversee the design and execution of highway engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Serve as a technical lead, guiding the team on best practices, decisions, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes and conduct technical audits to ensure high standards.
• Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, adequate staffing, and utilization to meet project and team goals.
• Assist in recruiting top engineering talent who align with the team’s technical excellence and company culture.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance.
• Stay current with transportation design trends and emerging technologies, integrating them into project solutions.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

MS Office

MicroStation

Job description

Transportation & Highway Technical Manager – Civil Engineering

our client is seeking a Transportation & Highway Technical Manager / Civil Engineer to provide senior-level technical leadership on highway and roadway design projects throughout Upstate New York. This role is ideal for an experienced Civil Engineer or Transportation Engineer who is passionate about transportation infrastructure, roadway design, and mentoring engineering teams.

As a Technical Manager, you will lead hands-on highway and roadway design, guide engineering staff, and ensure high-quality project delivery for clients including NYSDOT and local municipalities.

You will play a key role in technical decision-making, project quality, and team development while helping deliver impactful transportation infrastructure projects across the region. Join a firm where your expertise is valued, leadership is encouraged, and your work has lasting impact.

About our client

With our client, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide, empowering our teams to drive meaningful change through their work. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives.

What You’ll Do as a Transportation & Highway Technical Manager

• Deliver transportation projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life in local communities.
• Foster a high-performing, motivated team through clear expectations, constructive feedback, mentoring, and career development.
• Oversee the design and execution of highway engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Serve as a technical lead, guiding the team on best practices, decisions, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes and conduct technical audits to ensure high standards.
• Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, adequate staffing, and utilization to meet project and team goals.
• Assist in recruiting top engineering talent who align with the team’s technical excellence and company culture.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance.
• Stay current with transportation design trends and emerging technologies, integrating them into project solutions.
• Contribute to the organization's technical strategy and help forecast future technical needs.

What You Bring, Your Expertise as a Transportation & Highway Technical Manager

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
• 8-15 years’ experience in transportation, roadway, or highway engineering
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it
• Prior staff management preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation preferred
• Familiarity with NYSDOTdesign standards preferred
• Professional performance standards aligned with our client’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
• Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening
• Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth

Why You’ll Love Working at our client

• Your voice matters shaping decisions in an inclusive and transparent culture.
• Your growth as a leader is a priority, supported by clear career paths and continuous learning.
• You thrive in a positive culture that celebrates wins and keeps work fun and enjoyable.
• Your leadership journey focuses on developing, coaching, and empowering high-performing teams.
• Your success is supported by a flexible work environment so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What We Offer

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Lead and contribute to meaningful transportation projects that improve local communities while advancing your technical leadership and career growth. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
• Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.

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