Deputy Design Manager – Gateway

Arcadis

Deputy Design Manager at Arcadis for Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project. Overseeing design team ensuring compliance and coordination on a major infrastructure initiative.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $244,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in oversight of the design team and coordinating design activities for the project in the field of heavy commuter rail systems.
Ensure that design deliverables meet project requirements, client expectations, and relevant standards.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders to integrate design elements and address technical challenges.
Review design drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Support value engineering efforts, design optimization, and innovation in design solutions.
Coordinate with construction teams to ensure seamless transition from design to construction phase.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
12 + years extensive experience in design management, preferably on large tunneling or underground construction projects.
Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Bentley software suites

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
life insurance
paid parental leave
reward & recognition program
optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement
nine paid holidays
20 days PTO that accrue per year

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Hard Skills & Tools

design managementdesign optimizationvalue engineeringtechnical documentation reviewcompliance standardsheavy commuter rail systemstunnelingunderground construction

Soft Skills

collaborationcoordinationoversightproblem-solving

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license