Independent Contractor Telecom Structural Engineer Jobs in Metuchen, NJ

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project deliveryconsultancy to unlock the potential in every project.  

The Project: 

Mace, as part of MPA delivery partner joint venture of Mace-Parsons-Arcadis, have been selected as the Gateway Development Commissions partners of choice to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, inclusive of the Hudson Tunnel Project.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. A milestone project supported by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the project is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

• Safety First - Going Home Safe and Well.

• Client Focus - Deliver on Our Promise.

• Integrity - Always Do the Right Thing.

• Create Opportunity - For Our People to Excel.

You'll Be Responsible For: 

• Lead the design and review of bridge and structural components, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Advise on constructability, feasibility, value engineering, and sustainability for bridge structures.

• Review design documents, drawings, and specifications prepared by the Engineer of Record and contractors.

• Ensure integration of bridge designs with other project elements and packages.

• Provide technical support during construction, including oversight of bridge-related activities and resolution of field issues.

• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and change orders related to bridge and structural work.

• Monitor progress against milestones and ensure timely completion of bridge construction activities.

• Support implementation of quality management plans for bridge and structural works.

• Conduct quality audits and inspections to confirm compliance with project and industry standards.

• Verify contractor compliance with testing and inspection plans, and review results for accuracy and completeness.

• Maintain systematic records of all testing, inspection, and acceptance activities for bridge structures.

• Support schedule management and cost estimating for bridge-related activities.

• Contribute to risk management by identifying potential structural risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

• Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates, and documentation for bridge and structural work.
   

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in bridge and structural engineering, with significant experience on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.

• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of bridge design, analysis, and construction methods.

• Proficiency with structural engineering software and design tools.

• Experience with quality assurance, testing, and inspection processes for bridge structures.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  Note: The estimated starting salary for this position is $170k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.  

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.