Principal engineer Jobs in New York, NY

Description

Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ

About the Role

Join one of the most diverse and innovative engineering design teams with multiple specialties within the transportation sector. The Port Authority's airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, bus terminals and rail transportation systems are important transportation links in the region. The Civil & Environmental Engineering unit within the Engineering / Architecture Design Division serves a unique role within the Port Authority by providing engineering planning and design services throughout the Agency with close coordination with external stakeholders including Federal, State and local transportation and regulatory agencies.

The Principal Engineer, Civil will be primarily responsible for preparing and directing / supervising professional technical staff in preparing design documents / drawings, preliminary engineering and final design services for projects or studies for a portfolio of infrastructure projects associated with Authority capital and operating projects.

The successful candidate will apply their extensive experience of infrastructure including geometrics, rail, utilities, hydraulic modeling and / or stormwater management with thorough knowledge of AASHTO, NJDEP / NYDEC stormwater, AREMA and / or similar standards or guidelines, to develop recommendations for complex projects and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert engineering advice, guidance and recommendations for the assigned facilities for pavements, roadway design elements, utilities, rail and / or stormwater management needs.
• Manage a portfolio of projects including prepare scope of work, solicit proposals and RFPs, critically reviewing consultant proposals, negotiating cost, ensuring schedule / budget compliance.
• Oversee professional design services and auditing deliverables for scope conformance / quality. Supervise a team of engineering professionals and manage resources based on the Program's needs.
• Provide effective guidance and direction to professional technical staff in design approach, including engineering analysis.
• Perform Quality Assurance / Quality Control checking of conceptual and engineering studies, designs and contract documents completed by technical staff
• Ensure that reviews performed by staff perform are in keeping with project requirements and quality standards.
• Manage staff workload and identify resource needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and / or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

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