Architecture, engineering, energy efficiency and construction management firm delivering turnkey solutions.
Lead and manage Surface Transportation projects, focusing on bridge engineering and staff.
15 days ago ago
$110,000 - $170,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Williamsville, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
347 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Engineering
Energy Efficiency
Construction Management
Full‑Service Architectural Design
Interior Architecture and Design
Landscape Architecture and Ecology
Sustainability and Resiliency
Sector Specialisms
Clean Drinking Water
Wastewater
Community Planning
Site and Land-Use Development
Green Infrastructure
Heavy Infrastructure
Utilities
Engineered Building Systems
Role
Description
technical support
compliance
engineering lead
project design
asset evaluation
business development
Provide technical support to utility staff in critical situations.
Ensure compliance with NYSDOT, FHWA, and other applicable standards, including the NYSDOT Project Development Manual and LDSA Guidelines.
Coordinate project work with civil/transportation leadership and technical staff to ensure seamless delivery.
Oversee the growth, development, and daily management of staff.
Monitor group utilization, provide technical training, and maintain quality standards.
Act as a trusted advisor to established transportation clients.
Serve as engineering lead for bridge, culvert, and related structural projects.
Maintain involvement in professional societies and industry events to expand visibility.
Mentor and coach technical professionals to support career growth and retention.
Represent the Surface Transportation Group to corporate management.
Design, manage, and advise on transportation infrastructure projects from concept through construction.
Manage scheduling, commitments, and deadlines across multiple projects.
Assist in proposal preparation and contract negotiations.
Oversee asset evaluations and support long-term capital planning.
Support business development efforts by identifying and securing new project opportunities.
Requirements
revit
sap2000
nysdot
pe license
team leadership
project management
Proven team leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
Willingness to travel overnight occasionally.
Proficient in MS Office, drafting software (CAD/Revit), and applicable bridge/transportation design tools such as SAP2000.
In-depth knowledge of NYSDOT and FHWA standards.
15+ years of civil/transportation engineering experience, including 10+ years in project/program management.
Experience with EBO compliance and reporting.
Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Familiarity with various funding sources, such as LAFA.
Minimum of 10 years in bridge engineering, with experience on NYSDOT LDSA, BridgeNY, and Design/Bid/Build projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites and client meetings.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Benefits
Life insurance
HSA and FSA options.
Flexible work
Medical, dental, and vision
Parking reimbursement.
Tuition reimbursement.
Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
401k match
Wellness programs and health stipend.
Work-life balance including:
Hybrid work policy
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1940, Wendel has grown into a national architecture and engineering firm delivering turnkey solutions across the U.S.
They brought together architecture, engineering, energy efficiency and construction‑management under a single open‑book delivery model.
Their Master Builder® and Immersion™ methods emphasize transparency and collaborative scoping to deliver value.
Projects span municipal, transit, education, infrastructure and private development, including light‑rail extensions and university energy studies.
The firm’s reach includes over a dozen regional offices serving governmental and private clients coast to coast.
Notable engagements include the Valley Metro Northwest Light Rail, the University at Buffalo energy study and resilience planning in Lake Ontario.
Culture + Values
Team first
Quality
Promises made, promises kept
First class communication
Open‑book transparency
Accountability
Efficiency
Collaborative design encouraged
New ideas welcomed
Outstanding performance recognized
Strong work‑life balance
Environment + Sustainability
1.7 million metric tons CO2e Reduced
Carbon Emissions Saved
Significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable practices, contributing to global climate goals.
Top 2% in Sector
DJSI Membership
Consistently ranked in the top 2% of Diversified Financials category in Dow Jones Sustainability Indices.
CDP Score A
Sustainability Achievement
Improved CDP score from B to A, reflecting enhanced commitment to transparent sustainability reporting.
Top Decarbonization Score
Sector Leadership
Leading the sector in decarbonization efforts, demonstrating effective strategies in reducing carbon footprint.
Sustainability is a core value integral to daily operations and project approach
Use of a Core 4 Toolkit covering Energy, Water, Materials and Health (also Equity) in every project
Energy professionals analyze carbon emissions, financial incentives, ROI, energy modeling, renewable energy, passive design, storm‑resilient strategies
46,497,740 barrels of oil equivalent reduced
729,971,406 energy savings projects completed
Inclusion & Diversity
Values Culture Ethics committee (V.C.E.) established by the Board seventeen years ago to ensure company values, culture, ethics in areas including diversity, equity, inclusion
Board‑level committee monitors, evaluates, recommends practices aligning with principles in diversity, equity, inclusion, work‑life balance, morale, authenticity
Goal to embrace different perspectives (not create culture where everyone thinks the same) to further internal/external relationships