Bridge Project Engineer

LaBella Associates•Poughkeepsie, NY

7d•$90,000 - $125,000

About The Position

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a Bridge Project Engineer position in our Albany, NY or Poughkeepsie, NY office to lead, oversee, supervise, and coordinate project activities for assigned project through all phases. Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.

Requirements

New York State Professional Engineer license required.
8-15 years of Bridge Project Management experience and previous NYDOT experience.
Proven ability to manage bridge projects and lead teams to meet schedule, budget and quality.
Strong communication skills
Ability to work remotely with team members in other offices.
Experience with local municipality and state projects

Responsibilities

Ensure the success of the projects under his/her management (including planning, quality assurance, deadlines, and financial aspects/collections) and the substantial quality of the firm’s services
Handle all aspects of a project, including proposal, contract negotiation, Project Work Plan (scope, fees, hours, schedule, budget), negotiate terms and conditions, and final agreement/contract in conjunction with the project team
Plan, organize, and supervise the work and workload of project staff
Monitor project costs to ensure that project is delivered within budget
Review invoice charges for accuracy related to hours billed, coordinate customer billing and/or invoicing with Accounting Department, and follow up on outstanding invoices as needed
Prepare monthly financial reports (project percent complete, month end closeouts, projections, etc.)
Resolve all project related issues