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Job Description
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a dynamic Highway Technical Group Manager to lead a team of highway engineers to success! In this key role, you will oversee all technical activities related to highway design, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and contribute to our organization’s goals. Combining technical expertise in highway engineering with strong leadership, you will manage a high-performing team, allocate resources, and drive strategic planning. You will stay ahead of emerging technologies, maintain work quality and security, and tackle challenges in highway infrastructure with innovation.
If you are ready to make a lasting impact and help our technical initiatives thrive, we want to hear from you!
Why Fisher?
Be Heard, Be Valued – We foster an inclusive culture where leadership welcomes and encourages your ideas and feedback.
Collaborate & Innovate – Work with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team on diverse and exciting projects.
Career Growth – Advance with clearly defined career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing training.
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule, optional half day Fridays and generous PTO.
Competitive Benefits – Immediate 401k enrollment with annual company contributions, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a robust benefits package.
Community Impact – Make a tangible difference and improve the quality of life through projects that improve equity, access, and sustainability.
Who We Are
Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a full-service consulting engineering and professional services firm specializing in Transportation, Land Development, and Energy. With eight offices across NY, PA, and TX, we offer expertise in landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS, and construction representation.
Ready to Drive the Future?
Join a company that values your expertise and is dedicated to innovation and a culture of growth and appreciation. Apply now and take your career to the next level with Fisher Associates!
Salary Range: $100,000-$155,000 annually
Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.
The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Oversee the development, design, and execution of highway engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
Serve as the technical expert and guide the team on best practices and issue resolution.
Maintain adequate staffing and optimize resource allocation for projects ensuring team utilization targets are met.
Ensure technical work is completed within project budget.
Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and other departments.
Document technical processes and collaborate with stakeholders as needed.
Implement and oversee quality control processes, ensuring high standards.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Contribute to the organization's technical strategy and forecast future needs.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Leadership Duties
Effectively manage teams across multiple locations.
Oversee and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring work is prioritized and deadlines are met.
Set clear expectations and provide ongoing respectful performance feedback through structured and real-time communication.
Support employee growth by facilitating career development, skill-building, and training opportunities.
Act as a coach by guiding and inspiring team members to enhance productivity and overcome challenges independently.
Serve as a mentor by sharing knowledge, offering direction, and fostering career progression.
Apply critical thinking to solve complex business challenges, aligning solutions with corporate objectives and strategic goals.
Auto req ID
442546BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Management
Requirements
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Education & Experience
B.S./B.A. degree in Civil Engineering or related field
8-15 years of professional experience
Professional licensure or ability to obtain licensure as appropriate for department or expertise
Prior Staff Management Experience Is Preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Uphold professional performance standards aligned with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Build and maintain strong client relationships in adherence to the Fisher Clientship philosophy.
Demonstrate high-quality work and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively across all levels, fostering respect, trust, and active listening in all interactions.
Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes with integrity, honesty, and transparency.
Exhibit a proactive, self-motivated attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills while demonstrating sound judgment.
Communicate professionally and effectively in both written and verbal formats.
Manage projects, time, and tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain strong attention to detail while adapting to changing priorities.
Accept and respond positively to feedback.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
City*
Syracuse
State*
New York
Job Code
Transportation T2TL
Affiliate Sponsor
Fisher Associates
Salary Range
>$100,000
On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company, listed below, with this position. It is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow for next steps.
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a dynamic Highway Technical Group Manager to lead a team of highway engineers to success! In this key role, you will oversee all technical activities related to highway design, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and contribute to our organization’s goals. Combining technical expertise in highway engineering with strong leadership, you will manage a high-performing team, allocate resources, and drive strategic planning. You will stay ahead of emerging technologies, maintain work quality and security, and tackle challenges in highway infrastructure with innovation.
If you are ready to make a lasting impact and help our technical initiatives thrive, we want to hear from you!
Why Fisher?
Be Heard, Be Valued – We foster an inclusive culture where leadership welcomes and encourages your ideas and feedback.
Collaborate & Innovate – Work with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team on diverse and exciting projects.
Career Growth – Advance with clearly defined career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing training.
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule, optional half day Fridays and generous PTO.
Competitive Benefits – Immediate 401k enrollment with annual company contributions, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a robust benefits package.
Community Impact – Make a tangible difference and improve the quality of life through projects that improve equity, access, and sustainability.
Who We Are
Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a full-service consulting engineering and professional services firm specializing in Transportation, Land Development, and Energy. With eight offices across NY, PA, and TX, we offer expertise in landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS, and construction representation.
Ready to Drive the Future?
Join a company that values your expertise and is dedicated to innovation and a culture of growth and appreciation. Apply now and take your career to the next level with Fisher Associates!
Salary Range: $100,000-$155,000 annually
Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.
The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Oversee the development, design, and execution of highway engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
Serve as the technical expert and guide the team on best practices and issue resolution.
Maintain adequate staffing and optimize resource allocation for projects ensuring team utilization targets are met.
Ensure technical work is completed within project budget.
Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and other departments.
Document technical processes and collaborate with stakeholders as needed.
Implement and oversee quality control processes, ensuring high standards.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Contribute to the organization's technical strategy and forecast future needs.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Leadership Duties
Effectively manage teams across multiple locations.
Oversee and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring work is prioritized and deadlines are met.
Set clear expectations and provide ongoing respectful performance feedback through structured and real-time communication.
Support employee growth by facilitating career development, skill-building, and training opportunities.
Act as a coach by guiding and inspiring team members to enhance productivity and overcome challenges independently.
Serve as a mentor by sharing knowledge, offering direction, and fostering career progression.
Apply critical thinking to solve complex business challenges, aligning solutions with corporate objectives and strategic goals.
Auto req ID
442546BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Management
Requirements
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Education & Experience
B.S./B.A. degree in Civil Engineering or related field
8-15 years of professional experience
Professional licensure or ability to obtain licensure as appropriate for department or expertise
Prior Staff Management Experience Is Preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Uphold professional performance standards aligned with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Build and maintain strong client relationships in adherence to the Fisher Clientship philosophy.
Demonstrate high-quality work and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively across all levels, fostering respect, trust, and active listening in all interactions.
Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes with integrity, honesty, and transparency.
Exhibit a proactive, self-motivated attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills while demonstrating sound judgment.
Communicate professionally and effectively in both written and verbal formats.
Manage projects, time, and tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain strong attention to detail while adapting to changing priorities.
Accept and respond positively to feedback.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
City*
Syracuse
State*
New York
Job Code
Transportation T2TL
Affiliate Sponsor
Fisher Associates
Salary Range
>$100,000
Salary : $100,000 - $155,000
