Assistant Chief Engineer - Design

*This position may report to one of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's offices: Central Office (Middletown), Eastern Regional Office (King of Prussia) or Western Regional Office (New Stanton).

The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position is eligible for Flexible Work Options* such as:

• Remote Work - eligible for remote work (in-person reporting based on operational needs)
• Alternate Work Schedule - flexibility to adjust work schedule length to complete work week in fewer days
• Staggered Work Hours - flexibility to choose from a variety of start/end times

*Some options may require completion of probationary period.  The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options. 

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”!  Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce.  The PTC operates a 552-mile system used by 192 million vehicles a year.  Together, we are building the highway of the future.  

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for the oversight of all Design Engineering operations and program activities for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work involves providing leadership and support to staff enabling them to maximize their effectiveness in achieving the business goals of the PTC. Work is performed with a high degree of independence, discretion, and judgement. Supervision is exercised over internal/external staff and subordinate supervisors engaged in design engineering projects.  

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Directs, plans, and organizes the Design Engineering operations and staff including supervision, performance management, delegation of work assignments, and review of work product.
• Oversees the management and administration of design engineering contracts and ensures adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. 
• Oversees design operations and activities. Establishes objectives, schedules, and priorities for engineering design activities. Manages the review of engineering design activities performed by PTC staff and external engineering consultants. Ensures that work is completed in adherence with the requirements established within contract documents and within state and federal regulations.
• Directs the supervision of professional engineering consultants to ensure that work is completed in accordance with contract documents. 
• Ensures the proper assessment of staffing needs to properly manage design projects. Recommends and initiates the usage of external consultants to supplement PTC staff when needed. Directs the acquisition process for all professional services resources to supplement PTC staff as needed. Oversees the review of all design consultant proposals, including the approval of the Technical Evaluation Teams (TET) and their recommendations.
• Oversees the development and administration of design contracts for facilities work, identifying and programming major facility repair, and major facility related projects. 
• Oversees the management of geo-technical engineers and review of environmental reports. Ensures timely resolution of engineering concerns that arise from geo-technical and/or environmental issues involved with PTC projects. 
• Develops and recommends policies to improve the operational efficiency of the Engineering Department. Establishes procedures to ensure compliance with all PTC policies. 
• Oversees the final preparation of the PTC’s Capital Plan for both the Highway and FEMO programs. Establishes priorities for the use of the Capital Plan and engineering design operating budget funds. Monitors actual spending vs. budgeted/forecasted values. Continually monitors to ensure that the budget meets or exceeds the PTC’s goals and objectives.
• Anticipates impediments of project progress and ensures that all issues are resolved in a timely and fair manner. Works with the Legal Department when issues/projects need legal counsel.
• Reviews all design related proposals and makes recommendations to executive management. Ensures the appropriate preparation of all Commission agenda items being proposed by Design Engineering. 
• Participates and represents the PTC in meetings, seminars, committees, and other related functions.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

The selected candidate will be offered an exceptional benefits package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, along with a benefit plan for retirement.  In addition, leave programs, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and alternative work schedules are available to employees.

Apply

Interested candidates may apply to the Assistant Chief Engineer - Design posting by visiting careers.paturnpike.com by January 24, 2022.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling 717-831-7378.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. 
• Fourteen (14) years of experience in engineering in a transportation environment. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.
• Six (6) of the years of experience must be in a supervisory capacity.
• Possession of a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license as issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within six (6) months of employment.