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Transportation Department Manager

Dilectus Workforce Solutions
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
Job Description

Skills:

Qualifications:

  • Seeking a growth-oriented engineer to serve as our Highway (Civil) Department Manager. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving the growth of the department, focusing on project execution and supporting other Project Managers on a variety of transportation projects. This person will collaborate closely with clients and project teams, working throughout the project life cycle to ensure seamless delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Qualifications:
    • 20 years of experience in Highway Design.
    • B.S. Degree min. in Civil Engineering (a Master's may be substituted for 2 years of experience).
    • P.E. in N.J. (a NY State license is beneficial)
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentation skills, and problem-solving skills are also required.
    • This position is full-time.
  • Responsibilities:
    • The candidate shall possess strong engineering judgment, striving for quality and financial excellence.
    • A good knowledge of NJDOT and NJTA processes and procedures is required along with the desire to mentor and train design staff.
    • Working closely with our regional and office leadership, advising on project approach, scope, cost, and schedule, identifying opportunities for innovative solutions and strategic teaming partnerships.
    • Attending meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues.
    • This position is for our Princeton, NJ location.


Employee Benefits

In addition to a family type atmosphere where upper management is easily accessible and willing to communicate with all personnel, below are some of the employee benefits offered by our client.

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription plans that also contain vision benefits provided by a major insurance provider. The company contributes a substantial portion of the premium for individual and family coverage.
  • Dental coverage from a major provider with a large portion covered by the company.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of a percentage of the employee's salary.
  • Term Life Insurance Plans paid by the company.
  • Long Term Disability Insurance paid by the company.
  • Generous time off packages including major holidays, vacation, and sick time.
  • Year-end bonuses based on performance and company profit.
  • Profit sharing.
  • Reimbursement of work-related training, licenses, and certifications.
  • Company paid assistance when joining and attending associations, workshops, and seminars dealing with the engineering industry.
  • Incentives for passing the P.E. exam.
  • Travel expenses, when necessary.

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