Project Design Manager

Stantec Inc. • Rochester, NY

35d • Hybrid

About The Position

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected. A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world. Think of your career as a journey? Come pave the tracks to innovation with our Transit & Rail team and provide revolutionary options for safe, efficient, and affordable transit. Be a part of this change…from the first mile to the last. If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation join our transit and rail team. Your Opportunity Due to the anticipated influx of Alternative Project Delivery (APD) pursuits for Bridge and Transit/Rail (T&R) work in 2025, an opportunity is presented for a highly motivated Structural Design Manager to lead teams pursuing and delivering major infrastructure projects in the New York, through both traditional Design-Bid-Build and APD methods. Join our dynamic Bridges and T&R Structures team and work alongside others who share your passion for improving communities through exciting and unique projects.

Requirements

• Licensed or ability to obtain the Professional Engineer license in the States of NY and NJ preferred.
• Knowledge of APD pursuit workflow and design delivery.
• Experience with agencies such as MTA, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYCEDC, NYCDDC, PANYNJ, NJ Transit, with Project Management and/or Design Management experience on large-scale and/or APD projects for these clients desired.
• Knowledge of STAAD, CSI, SAP, RAM, ETABS, and other structural analysis and design software.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, and OpenBuildings/OpenBridge/OpenRoads.
• Thorough understanding of design codes and agency standards such as NYSBC, NYCBC, ASCE, AISC and ACI.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills are essential to meet the expectations of this challenging position.
• Possess a valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, Graduate Degree highly desired.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the structural design of Bridges and/or T&R structures or project management of these types of projects.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate Degree highly desired.
• Experience with agencies such as MTA, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYCEDC, NYCDDC, PANYNJ, NJ Transit, with Project Management and/or Design Management experience on large-scale and/or APD projects for these clients desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead pursuit teams for large APD opportunities within the New York area. Serve as point of contact to coordinate all efforts amongst the contractor, marketing, commercial management, and design team to develop technical and cost proposals.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams from design development through construction services on projects using Design/Build and Design/Bid/Build methods.
• Review design deliverables for multi-disciplinary coordination based on client standards and requirements.
• Monitor work by other structural engineers. Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on deliverables.
• Mentor other structural engineers on technical aspects of projects.
• Maintain and enhance our reputation with clients, approval agencies, and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and/or projects concurrently.
• Grow internal and external networks to enhance Stantec reputation and identify additional talent to join our team.
• Develop client relationships to facilitate project activities.
• Establish, maintain, and promote partnerships in project pursuits.

Benefits

• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to improve communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.
• At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees