Structural Design Manager

Structural Design Manager – Transit & Rail (New York City Metropolitan Area)

Stantec is seeking a Structural Design Manager to lead high‑profile pursuits and project delivery efforts across the New York City Metropolitan area. Working with our Transit & Rail team, this position is ideal for an engineering professional who is well versed in Alternative Project Delivery (APD) pursuits and capable of stepping into a visible leadership role.

In this role you’ll work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of engineers and architects on high‑profile and transformative transit infrastructure projects throughout the NYC region and across North America. Projects include Brewster Yard Improvements Phase 1, elevator replacements at NYCT transit stations, NYCT ADA Package 7, and Newark Liberty Airport Air Tran replacement, among others.

Stantec’s New York City office is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, walking distance from Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

• We put people first and offer a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge infrastructure projects nationwide.
• A team environment that values innovation, learning, and growth.
• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.

• Lead pursuit teams for large APD opportunities within the New York City Metropolitan area, serving as the key point of contact for contractors, marketing, commercial management, and design teams.
• Guide the development of technical and cost proposals that win work and build long‑term partnerships.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams from design development through construction on Design/Build and Design/Bid/Build projects.
• Review and coordinate design deliverables to ensure alignment with client standards and agency requirements.
• Provide QA/QC oversight, monitoring the work of structural engineers and ensuring technical excellence.
• Balance and prioritize multiple pursuits and projects in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.
• Mentor and develop engineers, sharing knowledge and guiding professional development.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, approval agencies, and industry partners.
• Grow internal and external networks to enhance Stantec’s reputation and attract top talent.

• Strong understanding of APD pursuit workflows and design delivery.
• Functional expertise with structural analysis and CADD/BIM software.
• Experience working with agencies such as MTA, PANYNJ, and NJ Transit on large‑scale and/or APD projects.
• Thorough understanding of applicable codes and standards such as AREMA, MTA, NYCBC, ASCE, AISC, and ACI.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team‑building skills.
• Proven ability to think creatively, anticipate challenges, and develop practical solutions.
• Willingness to supervise and mentor developing professionals, supporting both technical growth and career development.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or equivalent; a relevant graduate degree would be considered an asset.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New York.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive engineering experience in the structural design of bridges and/or transit & rail structures.

Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) – Min Salary $128,600 – Max Salary $193,000.

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

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