Director, Engineering

2 months ago

Newark, United States NJ TRANSIT Full time

Move forward with us At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.


SUMMARY:

  • This role is responsible for overseeing bridge and structural design and contract document production for the in-house Rail Infrastructure unit of the Capital Engineering Department.


ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serves as project director and directs all design staff activities, including contract document production for bridge and structural design. Reviews and approves all plans, specifications and calculations to ensure constructability and compliance with regulatory agency requirements and accepted engineering practice. Certifies designs are correct by signing and sealing contract documents in accordance with state statute.
  • Serves as in-house design expert answering questions and resolving problems encountered by other departments. Manages outside consultant design projects assigned to assist with design projects. Reviews and/or manages staff review of plans and specifications prepared by consultants for all construction projects.
  • Directs staff in the review and approval of shop drawings, product cut sheets, construction schedules, applications for payment, and other construction submittals. Directs Construction Managers on design issues and field modifications. Provides oversight of contractor progress and construction techniques. Reviews and approves construction change orders.
  • Establishes design parameters and develops conceptual bridge and structure designs for rail facility capital projects. Prepares cost estimates, project budgets and construction schedules.
  • Resolves daily staff issues, assigns work, coordinates staff training, prepares merit reviews, interviews/hires new employees. Responsible for the development of short and long-term department goals.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Architecture and seven (7) years of progressive managerial applied experience in bridge design and construction.
  • Professional Engineering license is required.


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Understanding of basic project management and staff management and advance understanding of bridge and structural design.


At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan


At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.


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