Project Engineer 3

Description Join the Creighton Manning team, a GAI Consultants Company... Are you looking for a collaborative work environment where you can work on exciting and vital transportation projects that transform your community, where each person is valued and work-life balance is key? If so, come join our growing, multidisciplinary team of engineers based in the greater NY Capital Region and Lower Hudson Valley. This is an exceptional opportunity for personal and career growth through exposure to a wide range of design projects, interaction with highly skilled and motivated colleagues, and team-based training. With over 50 years of experience in NY's Capital Region and adjacent areas, our team provides expertise in civil engineering, surveying, and construction inspection- serving public and private clients across 4 main markets: transportation, municipal, land development, and energy. Come be part of a winning team that leads in excellence, has received 16 different industry awards and accolades for engineering work over the last 7 years across various NY counties, and has been chosen as a 2023 Best Place to Work by the Albany Business Review and a Top Workplace for 4 of the last 7 years by the Times Union, the top news organization in NY's Capital Region. Here's what employees say about working at Creighton Manning: Very solid company...understands the mix of life and work, and does not interfere with that. Mix of young and old within the company...lots of growth potential. Flexible schedules -they care about keeping employees happy, even offering remote work 2 days a week. Highly collaborative work environment, where you will work directly with (and learn from) Project Managers, which doesn't happen at the biggest firms. A lot of projects are once-in-a-career opportunities...many exciting career-defining projects...big bridge replacements and rotaries - projects that have real positive community impact. The Company culture is great, everyone is looking out for each other. Comprehensive, People-Centered Benefits for Total Wellness: Excellent, competitive pay based on experience and qualifications Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options Flexible work schedule including WFH policy (2 days/week) Discretionary annual employee bonus 401K & Discretionary Profit-Sharing Plan Generous PTO Tuition reimbursement Paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance Paid professional licensing fees Paid membership fees in professional organizations Bonus perks such as summer BBQs, golf outing, holiday party, and free snacks About This Position: We are seeking a qualified Transit Project Lead (Engineer or Planner) with ten (10) plus years' experience to become a part of our established Transit Group for our Albany, Poughkeepsie, Syracuse or White Plains Offices. This position will work on a variety of projects and interact with traffic engineers, highway engineers, transportation planners and our clients. Projects generally focus on bus related planning and infrastructure, and can include transportation and transit planning, station design, highway design, facilities and site design, alternatives analysis and concept development, and construction coordination. The position may require efforts outside normal business hours to travel, meet client requests and/or attend meetings. A background and a desire to improve our public transportation systems is a plus. Responsibilities include: Investigate options to improve efficiency in bus service and make recommendations for network redesign and planning Bus rapid transit experience Evaluate bus operations to identify opportunities to reduce overhead costs, Design bus facilities including maintenance yards and bus stops Lead intermediate and limited complex transportation planning, and/or engineering assignments in this field. Lead or assist with multidisciplinary projects involving architecture, mechanical and structural engineering disciplines Prepare conceptual plans, graphics and documents. Lead project and/or public meetings. Responsible for report writing for all related projects. Represent the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of Public Transportation related planning and/or engineering assignments. Assume client relations and financial responsibilities for routine projects. Develop and/or review project documents for scope, conformity and quality. Work with accounting to complete monthly invoicing for projects. Assist with project management duties - staffing, scope, schedule and budget development Assist with business development activities, including proposal preparation Check planning and designs prepared by others Direct coordination with clients Job Requirements: 10+ years of experience in a similar role. A professional licensure and/or certifications in related planning and engineering disciplines. (AICP, PE) The candidate must have experience working on public transportation projects in some capacity, preferably with New York State public transportation authorities and FTA experience a plus. Active member of a professional practice organization. Pay Range: Albany/Syracuse, NY: $48/hour - $62.50/hour Poughkeepsie, NY: $52/hour - $68/hour White Plains, NY: $55/hour - $72/hour Pay is based on applicant's ability/experience and will be rated accordingly. EXTRAs At Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on the technical track towards Project Manager or into various corporate leadership positions. Team members get 360 reviews with input from peers and managers, to get a broad picture of their contributions. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Creighton Manning will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, relationship or association with a member of a protected category, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Job Category: Civil Engineer Planner Project Engineer Transit Transportation Job Type: Full Time Job Location: AlbanyPoughkeepsieSyracuseWestchester Summary Technical Responsibilities Serves as the technical advisor for the organization in the application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned area. Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications. Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products. Values and analyzes sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective. Project and Task Management Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians. Plans, schedules, and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects or is responsible for an entire program of an organization. Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering projects. Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them. Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities General Characteristics Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization. Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their organization and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of programs. Leads programs of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project. Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering. Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action. Communication, Teamwork and Leadership Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications. Represents their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations. Routinely interacts with organizational leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others. Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership, including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and advocates for application of these concepts. Considers social equity and environmental impact of engineering decisions. Supervisory Responsibilities Management, Supervision and Guidance Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff. Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff. Education, Traits, and/or Experience Education B.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states. Experience 14+ years of experience. Language Skills English as a first language or demonstrated verbal and written skills in English as a second language. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability todemonstrate strong writing/communication skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups ofmanagers, clients, customers, and the general public. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of various software programs which may include job-specific software; Accounting software; HRIS software; ATS software; Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Payroll systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current, valid Driver's License. Other Qualifications Must be United States citizen or have permanent residency status. Must be able to pass pre-employment background check as well as possible post-hire, client-based background checks asrequired. Must be willing to work in a drug free environment and agree to drug and alcohol testing if required. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job including working on a computer, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel Requirements Must pass MVR check to be confirmed as insurable to drive on company time/company vehicles; must be willing to travel asrequired by job. #J-18808-Ljbffr