Highway Design Task Leader — Hybrid

CDM Smith; Little Rock (AR); 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 with hybrid work options in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH. Role targets mid- to senior-level transportation engineers aiming to stay hands-on while growing into leadership roles.

The position requires PE licensure, 10 years of related experience, and strong CAD/design software skills, with opportunities for career advancement and client-facing contributions.

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 design principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communications

Regulatory knowledge

AASHTO/NACTO standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Eng

PE license

10 years related experience

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 with hybrid work options in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH. Role targets mid- to senior-level transportation engineers aiming to stay hands-on while growing into leadership roles.

The position requires PE licensure, 10 years of related experience, and strong CAD/design software skills, with opportunities for career advancement and client-facing contributions.