SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER - TUNNELING

Company: ARCADIS
Location: New York
Posted on: September 29, 2024

Job Description:

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a highly experienced Senior Tunnelling Construction Manager to lead our team in the execution of a significant rail tunnel project in the New York / New Jersey area. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and influence the successful delivery of a transformative rail tunnel project. Join our dedicated team in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure with innovation and excellence. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in managing complex tunnel construction and linear infrastructure projects, particularly in challenging environmental conditions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in overseeing all aspects of heavy civil engineering projects with a focus on tunnels, structures, and underground utilities.

Role accountabilities:

• Lead and manage all construction activities related to the rail tunnel project from initiation to completion.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of construction activities in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices, particularly in sensitive environmental conditions and on contaminated properties.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and vendors, ensuring they meet project requirements and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, budget, and schedule, and implement corrective actions as necessary to achieve project goals.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks to ensure work meets high-quality standards and safety protocols.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure smooth project delivery.
• Prepare regular progress reports, financial reports, and other project documentation for management and stakeholders.
• Implement effective risk management strategies to mitigate potential project risks and delays.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting safety, quality, and teamwork among project teams. Required Qualifications:
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on tunnel construction, structures, and linear infrastructure projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) Key Skills and Abilities:
    • Proven experience managing projects in sensitive environmental conditions and on contaminated properties.
    • In-depth knowledge of tunneling methods, underground utilities, and construction techniques.
    • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate project teams.
    • Proficiency in project management software and tools for scheduling, budgeting, and reporting. Preferred Qualifications:
      • Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
      • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
      • Previous experience specifically in rail tunnel projects or similar large-scale infrastructure projects.
        Why Arcadis?
        
        We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
        
        You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
        
        Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
        
        Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
        
        We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
        
        Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
        
        Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
        
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