Tunnel Engineering Lead – TBM & Lining (Hybrid)

Mace; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace leads the Gateway Program in New York, delivering critical tunneling and civil works as part of a joint venture. You will oversee technical design, TBM operations, and cross-disciplinary coordination to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery.

The role requires TBM experience, strong project management, and a proactive problem-solving approach. We offer hybrid work options and a competitive compensation package; starting salary around $170k, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven TBM experience and tunneling expertise.
• Experience with pressurized face TBM mining and segmental lining.
• Strong project management and cross-disciplinary coordination.
• Knowledge of safety standards and tunneling regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development, execution, supervision and coordination of all technical, office and field engineering assignments.
• Represent the Construction Management team in Daily Construction Meetings.
• Support Senior CM staff with technical input.
• Oversee TBM design, fabrication and operation during tunneling.
• Oversee precast concrete tunnel lining segments design, fabrication and installation.
• Coordinate with project team to ensure on-time tunneling per specs.
• Monitor tunneling progress, ground conditions and excavation parameters.
• Review geotechnical and structural monitoring data.
• Implement safety protocols and quality controls.
• Prepare progress reports and TBM operation documentation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during tunneling and provide solutions.
• Coordinate with Outreach Team and Third Party Stakeholders.

Skills

TBM experience

Tunneling experience

Project management

Safety standards knowledge

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Mace leads the Gateway Program in New York, delivering critical tunneling and civil works as part of a joint venture. You will oversee technical design, TBM operations, and cross-disciplinary coordination to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery.

The role requires TBM experience, strong project management, and a proactive problem-solving approach. We offer hybrid work options and a competitive compensation package; starting salary around $170k, depending on experience.