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Highway Department Manager

About the position

Highway Department Manager

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania   Job Description

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Highway Transportation Engineer to lead the Highway Department  in their Philadelphia Transportation Division with experience consistent, but not limited to:

  • Mentor and develop staff.
  • Manage multidisciplinary projects with PennDOT District 6-0, the City of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
  • Support highway design projects for clients in the Greater Philadelphia Area.
  • Responsible project performance including schedule, cost and management of the scope of work, delivering on-time and within budget performance.
  • Preparation of supplements when scope and/or schedule change attributed to unforeseen conditions.
  • Prepare and execute project specific quality management plans.
  • Prepare and submit progress reports and invoices as the Project Manager.
  • Experience in the development of Statement of Interest (SOI) and proposals for PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and other transportation entities in the Philadelphia Metropolitan Region. 

Salary - $140k to $190k  Full Benefits   This client will pay more for qualified candidates.   What are your salary expectations?

Additional Required Attributes:

  • Minimum of 10 to 15 years experience in highway design.
  • Licenses required: Professional Engineer – PA

Preferred Attributes:

  • Understanding of PA Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) regulation and permitting process.
  • Active participant in the professional associations such as ASCE, ASHE, and others.

Why work for this company?

They're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; they're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, they are an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. They're all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions.  Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

Place of work

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Philadelphia
United States of America

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Job ID: 9564409 / Ref: db331b89c989e1c7164c03466ba3a93b

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