Highway Design Task Leader (Hybrid) — Lead & Grow

CDM Smith; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to guide the technical delivery of highway design projects across New England, remaining hands-on while growing into broader technical and project leadership responsibilities.

Based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH with hybrid work flexibility, you will mentor junior engineers, review designs, manage scope and budgets, and collaborate with Project Managers and leaders on complex DOT programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering required.
• PE license required.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

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

Engineering design principles

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Communication skills

Regulations knowledge

Design standards (AASHTO/NACTO)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

OpenRoads Concept Station

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to guide the technical delivery of highway design projects across New England, remaining hands-on while growing into broader technical and project leadership responsibilities.

Based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH with hybrid work flexibility, you will mentor junior engineers, review designs, manage scope and budgets, and collaborate with Project Managers and leaders on complex DOT programs.