Transportation Engineer III - Watertown, United States - BCA Architects & Engineers

Description

Job Description

WHY BCA?

BCA is a leading Architecture and Engineering firm in New York State. We have offices in Ithaca, Saratoga Springs, Rochester, and Watertown. Our clients are institutional, and our projects are the building blocks of communities, cities, towns, and villages across the state. We design K-12 Schools, Water / Wastewater / Stormwater Infrastructure, Roads, Bridges, Streets, Colleges and Universities, and Healthcare Facilities.

Our engineers and architects provide a wide range of professional services including architecture; civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural, transportation, and environmental engineering; landscape architecture; and project management.

Our new, modern offices are in some of the most beautiful communities in the State. Our staff has access to the latest tech, and we are always improving our workflows and implementing software in new and exciting ways. Our staff is fully equipped to offer the best service we can to our clients.

Our goal has always been to develop trusting, long-standing relationships that are mutually rewarding, both professionally and personally. This balance is why we have been successful in business for over 50 years.

JOB SUMMARY: The Transportation Engineer III is responsible for performing engineering duties in planning, designing, and construction of transportation related projects. This role supports the Director and Principal Engineers with guiding and approving the work of the TE I's and TE II's.

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SUPERVISES: TE I and TE II and Student Interns

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs engineering roles and responsibilities as needed in supporting project completeness and timeliness of projects.
• Manages the process and preparation of construction drawings, calculations, applications, and other documents as required to gain approval from regulatory agencies and project owners in a timely manner.
• Serves as project manager on select projects by assigning and reviewing project work to level I and II engineers.
• Assists in the development of Level I and level II engineers.
• Assist in review and preparation of construction plans and specifications.
• Produces and/or reviews preparation of required engineering reports and construction documents by following developed agency standards and developing construction specifications, plans, and schedules.
• Serves as a primary point of contact on client communication, answering and providing high level technical assistance.
• Assists Director of Transportation and/or Principal in Charge with client contact to ensure total client satisfaction.
• Assist Civil department with marketing and business development.
• Responsible for working effectively with internal departments to drive firm's strategic initiatives.

Supervisory Duties:

• Oversees and manages Transportation Engineer I and II and student interns.
• Recruits, hires and trains staff.
• Evaluates employee performance and recommends or initiates promotions, transfers and disciplinary action.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stay abreast of industry technology and developments including knowledge of local codes.
• Accomplishes all other duties and tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• PE Licensure with 8+ years of experience in the field of engineering. Preferably within the Transportation industry.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred.
• Civil 3D and/or InRoads preferred.
• Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models.
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn from higher level engineers along with providing mentorship to junior engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, including ability to present to others in small and large group formats.
• Excellent project management skills, with ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities effectively, while delivering quality work on time.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a priority on cost effectiveness and client satisfaction.

PAY RANGE:

• $90,000 - $110,000 per year

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.