Highway Design Task Leader - Hybrid Work & Growth Path

CDM Smith; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead the technical delivery of highway design projects across New England. This mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer will stay hands‑on while growing into broader leadership responsibilities, with hybrid work options in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH.

Responsibilities include leading conceptual through PS&E designs, reviewing alignments, criteria, plans, costs; mentoring junior engineers; coordinating with Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or required.
• 10 years of related experience expected.
• 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 standards; sign and seal documents as required.
• Perform site reviews and field studies to support constructible designs.
• Support proposal and task order efforts, including scope development and technical review.

Skills

Highway design

CADD/ Civil 3D

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

OpenRoads Concept Station

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead the technical delivery of highway design projects across New England. This mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer will stay hands‑on while growing into broader leadership responsibilities, with hybrid work options in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH.

Responsibilities include leading conceptual through PS&E designs, reviewing alignments, criteria, plans, costs; mentoring junior engineers; coordinating with Project