Assistant Designer – Urban Mobility & Design
Job Description
Position Overview
GPI is seeking a full-time Assistant Designer for our growing Urban Transportation & Design Team. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of engineers in a dynamic office environment on engaging and challenging projects. You will work on roadway and intersection designs that focus on multi-modal urban complete street projects – accommodating pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, motorists, and ensuring accessibility requirements are met. GPI offers flexible work schedules that allow for a balance between office and remote work. Compensation: commensurate with skills and experience. With over 55 years of experience and a commitment to employee satisfaction and diversity, GPI is a forward-thinking, employee-owned firm dedicated to providing safe, innovative, and context-sensitive transportation solutions. For more information visit: https://www.gpinet.com/.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare construction plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation projects for public agencies and municipalities, with a focus on multi-modal designs and safety & accessibility improvements.
- Assist in roadway design including roadway alignments using Civil 3D Corridor modeling, horizontal and vertical alignments, cross-sections, grading, drainage design, and utility relocations.
- Utilize construction understanding to develop temporary traffic control and construction staging plans.
Required Qualifications
- Education: BS in Civil Engineering
- EIT certification is a plus
- Proficiency using Autodesk Civil 3D software
- Experience working with New England public agency clients, particularly MassDOT and the City of Boston
- Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report
- Ability to read, write, and understand plans and directions in English
- Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
- Must be able to stand for a minimum of 3 hours per day, up to 8 hours, and wear required PPE (hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles)
Benefits & Perks
- Benefits: 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more.
- Flexible work schedules and a collaborative, employee-owned company culture.