Team Leader, Highway Design

Responsibilities

• Manages the preparation of design calculations and details
• Manages the preparation of contract plans and specifications
• Manages the preparation of construction cost estimates
• Manages the review of construction submittals
• Performs occasional field visits to collect data and evaluate existing conditions
• Performs occasional field visits to resolve construction issues
• Performs oral presentations on technical topics to the public and other engineers
• Participates in business development activities
• Mentors junior staff

Requirements

• Possesses advanced knowledge of applicable engineering principles and techniques
• Effectively expresses thoughts and ideas both verbally and in writing in the English language
• Proficient in the use of applicable highway design computer software
• Performs assigned tasks accurately and efficiently
• Is an active and supportive team member
• Understands basic highway safety requirements
• Able to lead multiple projects

Skills

• Proficiency with roadway and highway modelling applications including Civil 3D and OpenRoads Designer
• Proficiency with or working knowledge of NYCDOT, NYSDOT, NYSTA and NYDDC design requirements and guidelines
• Proficiency with or working knowledge of AASHTO A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, 7th Edition and Roadside Design Guide, 4th Edition
• Proficiency with or working knowledge of FHWAS
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize as required
• Ability to progress technical concepts from inception through final design with minimum oversight and serve as a technical resource to staff and upper management
• Ability to lead and manage small projects and teams and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines
• A desire to learn and embrace technology to improve workflows and internal design process
• Able to work in a collaborative office setting
• A desire to embrace and adhere to the PDG quality culture in all aspects of design
• Understand basic safety requirements and motivation to uphold PDG safety culture

About the role

Popli Design Group (PDG) is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm with over 40 years of experience. We have evolved from a transportation engineering firm to a comprehensive, full-service organization with seven office locations in New York State. Our extensive portfolio of successful projects has earned us a trusted reputation among our clients.