A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Structural Design Manager to lead major transit and rail infrastructure pursuits and project delivery efforts throughout the New York metropolitan area. This is an opportunity for a licensed PE to take a visible leadership role overseeing Alternative Project Delivery (APD) pursuits, managing multidisciplinary teams, and delivering transformative transportation projects that shape how people move throughout the region.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Lead high-profile transit and rail infrastructure projects across the NYC region
- Play a key role in major Design-Build and Alternative Project Delivery pursuits
- Work directly with contractors, agency stakeholders, and executive leadership teams
- Manage multidisciplinary teams through design and construction phases
- Influence project strategy, technical delivery, and business growth
- Mentor engineers and help develop the next generation of transportation leaders
- Hybrid work environment with flexibility and strong career advancement opportunities
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead structural engineering teams on major transit, rail, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects
- Manage Alternative Project Delivery (APD) pursuits from proposal development through contract award
- Develop technical approaches, design concepts, and cost proposals for major pursuits
- Oversee project delivery across Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build environments
- Coordinate structural design activities with architecture, civil, geotechnical, systems, and construction teams
- Review and approve engineering deliverables to ensure technical excellence and compliance
- Implement QA/QC procedures and provide technical oversight to project teams
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, agency representatives, and project partners
- Build and maintain relationships with transportation agencies and industry stakeholders
- Mentor and develop structural engineers, supporting both technical and professional growth
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York
- 10+ years of progressive structural engineering experience
- Strong experience leading transit, rail, bridge, or transportation infrastructure projects
- Proven background managing Design-Build and Alternative Project Delivery pursuits
- Thorough understanding of structural design standards including AREMA, AISC, ACI, ASCE, and agency-specific requirements
- Experience working with agencies such as Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and NJ Transit
- Experience with structural analysis software and BIM/CADD platforms
- Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills
- Ability to manage multiple pursuits and projects in a fast-paced environment
What's In It For You
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Hybrid work schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company participation
- Employee stock purchase program
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Professional membership reimbursement
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Long-term leadership and career advancement opportunities
This role is ideal for a senior structural engineer or project manager who enjoys both technical leadership and strategic project pursuits, and wants to play a key role in shaping the future of transit and rail infrastructure throughout the New York metropolitan area.