Highway Design Lead (Hybrid)

CDM Smith; Fairbanks (AK); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead highway design projects across New England. This role is suited for a mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer who remains hands‑on while growing into broader leadership responsibilities.

Based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH with hybrid work flexibility, you will guide technical delivery from concept to PS&E, review alignments, criteria, plans, specs and cost estimates, and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of highway design tasks from concept through PS&E.
• Develop and review roadway alignments, design criteria, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide day‑to‑day technical oversight to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
• Mentor and review work performed by junior engineers; provide technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Technical Leaders on complex DOT projects.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state, and local standards; sign and seal documents, as required.
• Perform site reviews and field studies to support constructible, real‑world design solutions.
• Support proposal and task order efforts, including scope development and technical review.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D software

Engineering principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communications

Regulatory compliance

Design standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

OpenRoads Concept Station

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead highway design projects across New England. This role is suited for a mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer who remains hands‑on while growing into broader leadership responsibilities.

Based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH with hybrid work flexibility, you will guide technical delivery from concept to PS&E, review alignments, criteria, plans, specs and cost estimates, and mentor junior engineers.