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Principal Project Manager - Bridge

Gannett Fleming
: $175,000 - $276,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
life insurance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
25 West 43rd Street (Show on map)
Apr 22, 2025
What You Will Do:

Gannett Fleming TranSystems's New York office is looking for an experienced Principal Project Manager - Technical Leader to provide innovative leadership, project management, superior client facing skills and the ability to communicate and work across multiple operational groups and technical disciplines in the Northeast. Our goal is to continue to expand the talented bridge group in our Northeast operation and this role is pivotal to achieving this objective.

Working on the roadway team at Gannett Fleming TranSystems offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:

Successful candidates will deliver best in class technical solutions to our clients on the design, delivery and management of projects across both public and private sectors.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Securing, planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of small to large scale multi-discipline bridge projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff.
  • Reinforcing and continuing to establish strategic market position/service offerings for the group to align with client needs and Gannett Fleming strategic initiatives.
  • Oversight of activities related to Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation and Bridge Inspection.
  • Serving as a Project Manager, Task Manager and/or Bridge Technical Advisor on projects and pursuits.
  • Mentoring structural staff.
Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Masters Preferred. NY PE required. NJ PE preferred.
  • 15+ years of bridge related design experience with 5 years at a project management level, managing a bridge/structures design group with client contacts in the New York/New Jersey market area.
  • Candidate should be well versed in the use of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
  • Demonstrated success in managing preliminary and final design, preparation of construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, project scheduling and subcontractor management.
  • History of driving successful business development and strategic planning for key pursuits.
  • Strong familiarity with NYSDOT standards, policies, and procedures is required.
  • Similar experience with other agencies including NYCDOT, MTA, PANYNJ, NJTA, and NJDOT a plus.
  • Design- Build experience is strongly preferred
  • Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication both written and verbal skills.
  • Track record of successfully completing projects and team leadership.
  • Experience in writing/development of project proposals and letters of interest.
  • Solid client relationships and willingness to help lead bid, proposal and presentation efforts.
Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $175,000 - $276,000; Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:
  • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.

  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: New York State
Working Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $175,000 - $276,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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