Project Manager (Design) - Newark AirTrain

Techno • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

Techno is seeking a Design Project Manager to support a major transportation infrastructure program in the New York City region. This position will play a key role in overseeing engineering design coordination and review for a large-scale transit project tied to one of the busiest airport systems in the country.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in design management, multidisciplinary coordination, and infrastructure projects who enjoys working across engineering teams to drive design quality, constructability, and project alignment. You will collaborate closely with engineers, consultants, and project leadership to ensure designs are compliant, practical, and delivered on schedule.
This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to a complex transit program with long-term visibility and regional significance.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in engineering, construction, or design management, with a focus on design review or coordination
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil Engineering preferred)
• Experience reviewing transportation, aviation, rail, or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles and constructability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

Nice To Haves

• Background in design-build or alternative delivery projects is a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required
• Prior experience with Port Authority, transit agencies, or large public-sector clients is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate design review activities for a large transportation or infrastructure program
• Act as a liaison between engineering teams, project managers, and client stakeholders
• Review design packages (civil, structural, and systems) for compliance with codes, standards, and project requirements
• Lead technical meetings, coordination sessions, and design workshops across disciplines
• Identify and resolve design conflicts, constructability concerns, and project risks
• Provide actionable technical feedback to support efficient decision-making and design progression
• Monitor design schedules, deliverables, and milestones to maintain project timelines
• Support integration between design, construction, and operational requirements
• Assist with project reporting, documentation, and stakeholder updates

Benefits

• competitive salary
• robust benefits package including enrollment in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan
• comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance coverage
• life insurance
• paid time off
• opportunity to earn bonus incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees