Deputy Design Manager - Gateway

Parsons Corporation•Newark, NJ

20h•$148,300 - $266,900

About The Position

Parsons is hiring a Deputy Design Manager for its Critical Infrastructure team, supporting the Gateway Program and its Hudson Tunnel Project. The Gateway Program is a series of rail investments intended to improve commuter and intercity services, add resiliency, and eventually create additional capacity between Newark, New Jersey, and New York City. The Hudson Tunnel Project includes constructing a new two-track tunnel beneath the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York and rehabilitating the existing North River Tunnel. The Deputy Design Manager will assist with oversight of the design team and coordination of project design activities in Heavy Commuter Rail Systems. The role manages the design process from planning and concept development through detailed design and reviews, ensuring deliverables satisfy project requirements, client expectations, and applicable standards. The position also works with project partners to integrate design elements, address technical challenges, support design optimization, and coordinate the transition from design to construction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
15 or more years of related work experience, including supervisory or managerial experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
Extensive experience in design management, preferably on large tunneling or underground construction projects.
Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Bentley software suites.
Strong project management skills, including prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing resources effectively.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing the design team and coordinating design activities for the project in Heavy Commuter Rail Systems.
Manage the design process, including project planning, concept development, detailed design, and design reviews.
Ensure design deliverables meet project requirements, client expectations, and relevant standards.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders to integrate design elements and address technical challenges.
Review design drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Support value engineering, design optimization, and innovation in design solutions.
Coordinate with construction teams to support a seamless transition from design to construction.