Assistant Plans Engineer (Highway Design Manager)
About The Position
This position leads transportation design efforts by guiding teams, reviewing plans, and coordinating project development from start to finish. Your work will focus on ensuring that all work meets department standards and supports project goals. As an Assistant Plans Engineer, you will perform the following duties: Project Leadership: Direct design teams and guide project development from planning through delivery. Design Review: Review and approve design plans to ensure compliance with standards and regulations. Team Oversight: Monitor team performance and provide direction to support successful project completion. Agency Coordination: Work with agencies and stakeholders to obtain approvals and address project needs. Field Collaboration: Participate in field views and meetings to define project scope and requirements. Technical Support: Develop design elements and assist with analysis and project documentation.
Requirements
- One year as a Senior Highway Designer or Highway Design Supervisor (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration)
- Three years of professional experience in highway design work and a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics or transportation technology
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training
- Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License
- Meet the PA residency requirement
- Able to perform essential job functions
Responsibilities
- Direct design teams and guide project development from planning through delivery
- Review and approve design plans to ensure compliance with standards and regulations
- Monitor team performance and provide direction to support successful project completion
- Work with agencies and stakeholders to obtain approvals and address project needs
- Participate in field views and meetings to define project scope and requirements
- Develop design elements and assist with analysis and project documentation
Benefits
- Alternate work schedule (AWS) may be eligible
- Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time
- Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
