Transportation Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

Are you an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to advance your career? Do you enjoy a role that offers a variety of projects and tasks? Then GPI is right for you! GPI’s Pleasantville, NJ, office seeks an experienced Civil Engineer to join our Municipal Engineering Team to support transportation design projects in the region. This person will review civil engineering plans, including public infrastructure and private, commercial, and residential development plans, to ensure compliance with relevant codes.

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 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

What You Will be Doing:

• Review of civil engineering plans, primarily public infrastructure, but to include some private, commercial, and residential development plans, to ensure compliance with relevant codes
• Evaluation and review of stormwater management permits and plans
• Mentoring of staff on engineering and plan preparation
• Interact with clients regarding ongoing and future projects
• Attend meetings, including staff meetings and municipal board meetings, as needed
• Assistance with public works projects for clients
• Performing Planning Board and Zoning Board reviews

What you need:

• BS Civil Engineering with an EIT license, PE license is preferred
• 3 to 5 years of NJ experience in the design of roads, grading & drainage
• Construction, Construction Inspection, and/or Construction Support experience
• Knowledgeable of NJDOT and FHWA funding source documentation requirements for design and construction
• Knowledgeable in NJDEP land use permitting such as CAFRA, Waterfront Development, FHA & wetlands
• Experience working on NJ Pinelands Development, permitting is a plus
• Familiarity with testifying before municipal boards
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects
• Rutgers CAIT Training / Certifications in ADA Design

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working

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

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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.

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