Civil Engineer- Transportation, New York

Civil Engineer- Transportation

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Job Description

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.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's New York City office is seeking a Civil Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of experience to join our team. The right candidate has a combination of project engineer and technical skills suited to lead and participate in the delivery of various urban infrastructure projects. We are looking for someone who is technically proficient, takes initiative, is a team player, and is looking for a challenge. The New York City office offers opportunities for rapid growth through client exposure and collaboration with a large and diverse team on a variety of projects including roadway reconstruction, public spaces, rail, transit, and urban infrastructure. As a Civil Engineer you will perform a variety of tasks which may include client meetings, financial management, schedule management, coordination of tasks and personnel, technical leadership and mentoring of junior staff. This individual will lead project teams in the execution of projects to ensure delivery, resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and lead the design as appropriate. This individual will help shape and develop our talented local team all while being an integral part of Stantec's continued growth in the region and country.

Your Key Responsibilities

Develop plan packages, approval documents, and analyses in accordance with agency requirements.
Plan, organize, and coordinate amongst project disciplines to ensure cohesive project deliverables are prepared.
Lead internal project coordination meetings with team members and/or subconsultants and vendors.
Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day project coordination items including technical and managerial items.
Ensure quality assurance and quality control procedures are met
Review the day-to-day work of others and provide technical guidance for accuracy and completeness.
Assist project managers to monitor schedule and budget performance of assigned projects. Support Business Development Activities
Assist with developing technical approaches for Statement of Qualifications and technical aspects for project interviews conducted by clients.
Develop proposal documentation including project scope, budgets, and design approach for projects of all sizes.
Develop positive relations with existing and prospective clients.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience with concept development, site planning, roadway design, grading and drainage, and utility design
Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
Project coordination experience with the ability to lead through all phases of project document production
Working knowledge of the permit and approval process with the following clients preferred: NYSDOT, PANYNJ, Metro North Railroad, LIRR, TBTA, NYCT, NYC DDC/EDC/DEP/DOB/SBS/DOT/DPR, NYSDEC, USACE and/or Private Real Estate Developers
Working knowledge of coordination with City and State Agencies for project permits and approvals
Excellent communication skills with ability to coordinate complex topics and develop consensuses
Participates and collaborates in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
Demonstrates technical engineering judgment in solving problems.
Strong organization and coordination skills
Proficiency with design and modeling software such as AutoCAD Civil3D, Bentley OpenRoads, and Bently InRoads

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Licensed Professional Engineer (New York State preferred or able to obtain within 6 months of start date)
Minimum 8 years of Engineering experience Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Why Choose Stantec?
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.
We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the baseball game that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
Stantec's New York City office is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, walking distance from Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Overlooking Bryant Park and the historic New York Public Library, the neighborhood is home to countless restaurants, coffee shops, and iconic Fifth Avenue shopping. With multiple disciplines located under one roof, our New York City office fosters a collaborative approach to tackling technically complex, never-seen-that-before challenges that our clients present and our urban fabric demands. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Are you interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement? At Stantec we create opportunities by inviting, embracing, and celebrating differences. So even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

About the Team

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: 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.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

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Location:: New York
Job Type:: PartTime

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