Highway Group Manager

Description

Transportation Highway Group Technical Manager – Civil Engineering

Lead with Purpose. Design What Moves Communities.

Fisher Associates is seeking a Transportation Highway Group Technical Manager / Civil Engineer to provide senior-level technical leadership on highway and roadway design projects across Upstate New York. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Civil Engineer or Transportation Engineer who is passionate about transportation infrastructure, technical excellence, and mentoring engineers.

In this role, you will lead hands-on technical design, ensure high-quality deliverables, and support projects for clients such as NYSDOT and local municipalities. You will play a key role in shaping project outcomes and team success within a collaborative, community-focused environment.

At Fisher Associates, we value innovation, integrity, and leadership. Join a firm where your expertise is recognized, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact. Apply today to advance your civil engineering leadership career with Fisher Associates.

About Fisher Associates

At Fisher Associates, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide, empowering our teams to drive meaningful change through their work. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives.

What You’ll Do as a Transportation Highway Group Manager

• Deliver transportation projects that improve mobility, safety, and quality of life in local communities.
• Foster a high-performing, motivated team through clear expectations, constructive feedback, mentoring, and career development.
• Oversee the design and execution of highway engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Serve as a technical lead, guiding the team on best practices, decisions, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes and conduct technical audits to ensure high standards.
• Maintain effective communication with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, adequate staffing, and utilization to meet project and team goals.
• Assist in recruiting top engineering talent who align with the team’s technical excellence and company culture.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance.
• Stay current with transportation design trends and emerging technologies, integrating them into project solutions.
• Contribute to the organization's technical strategy and help forecast future technical needs.

Requirements

What You Bring, Your Expertise as a Transportation Group Highway Manager

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
• 8-15 years’ experience in transportation, roadway, or highway engineering
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it
• Prior staff management preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation preferred
• Familiarity with NYSDOT design standards preferred
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
• Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening
• Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth

Why You’ll Love Working at Fisher

• You are empowered to deliver results through collaboration, trust, and ownership.
• Your voice matters shaping decisions in an inclusive and transparent culture.
• Your growth as a leader is a priority, supported by clear career paths and continuous learning.
• You thrive in a positive culture that celebrates wins and keeps work fun and enjoyable.
• Your leadership journey focuses on developing, coaching, and empowering high-performing teams.
• Your success is supported by a flexible work environment so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What We Offer

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Lead and contribute to meaningful transportation projects that improve local communities while advancing your technical leadership and career growth. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
• Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.

Salary Range $110,000-$175,000

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.