Chief Engineer Highways

Job Preview GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V Notice To Third-Party Agencies GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI's Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service. Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work. Job Description GPI seeks a Chief Engineer of Highways to join our growing Western NY operations within our Rochester, NY, office. We work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment on various transportation projects for federal, state, local, and private clients. We seek to grow our management team with individuals who possess a great work ethic and a desire for growth and mentorship for the next generation. Our ideal candidate will possess a technical and management understanding of the highway discipline and a strong desire to lead an established group of highway engineers and managers to the next level. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm and provides the opportunity to work on projects at local and national levels. GPI is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for 60 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com Responsibilities Guide the development of Design Plans from Preliminary thru PSE for roadway projects, including pavement restoration, ADA compliance, roadway reconstruction, Signing/Pavement markings, Multi-use Facilities, Work zone traffic control, complete streets, and drainage improvements. Have a general understanding of other disciplines: structures, signalization, environmental/permitting, lighting, utilities, survey, and right-of-way acquisition. Managing scope, schedule, budget, plans production, and directing of resources. Ability to work in a team environment and actively assist, mentor, and support personnel (Jr/Mid/Senior Engineers). Guide the development of contract specifications, cost estimates, and preparation of contract bid documents. Provide Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) for deliverables Communicate effectively and proactively to address client queries Support targeted and personalized outreach efforts for local and regional transportation clients, while retaining and improving current client relationships. Lead the highway disciplines marketing approach with targeted outreach, go/no go