Assistant Designer - Urban Mobility & Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.10 months ago
Boston, MA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
GPI is seeking a full-time Assistant Designer for our growing Urban Transportation & Design Team. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on multi‐modal urban complete street projects that enhance community quality of life while meeting safety and accessibility standards. Enjoy a flexible work schedule that allows you to split time between the office and home, and benefit from Compensation that is commensurate with your skills and experience. At GPI, employee satisfaction, diversity, and career growth are a top priority.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare construction plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation projects with a focus on multi-modal designs and safety & accessibility improvements.
- Assist in roadway design, including Civil 3D corridor modeling, horizontal & vertical alignments, cross-sections, grading, drainage design, and utility relocations.
- Utilize construction expertise to develop temporary traffic control and construction staging plans.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering.
- EIT certification a plus.
- Proficiency using Autodesk Civil 3D software.
- Experience with New England public agency clients, particularly MassDOT and the City of Boston.
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR).
- Ability to read, write, and understand technical plans in English.
- Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
- Ability to stand for 3 to 8 hours daily and wear the required PPE (hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles).
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible work schedule with a hybrid option for office and remote work.
- Exposure to a wide range of challenging design projects offering significant career growth.
- Be part of an employee-owned firm that values employee satisfaction and a culture of diversity.
Required Skills
Construction Plans & Specifications
Microsoft Office Suite
Communication
Temporary Traffic Control Planning
Autodesk Civil 3D
Roadway & Intersection Design
Team Collaboration
Multi-modal Transportation Planning