Transportation Department Manager

ZipRecruiter; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Highway (Civil) Department Manager in Princeton, NJ. The successful candidate will oversee project execution and client collaboration, requiring extensive experience in highway design and civil engineering. Benefits include comprehensive medical plans, 401(k) matching, and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription plans

Dental coverage with significant company contribution

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Term Life Insurance Plans paid by the company

Long Term Insurance paid by the company

Generous time off packages including holidays

Year-end bonuses based on performance

Profit sharing

Training reimbursement for work-related qualifications

Travel expenses when necessary

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Highway Design.
• A master's may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• NJ P.E. license is required, NY State license beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution and collaborate with clients for transportation projects.
• Mentor and train design staff while ensuring quality and financial excellence.
• Advise on project scope, cost, and schedule with office leadership.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong engineering judgment

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

P.E. in N.J.

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Description:

• 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 min. in Civil Engineering (a masters 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 employees salary.
  
• Term Life Insurance Plans paid by the company.
  
• Long Term 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.