Highway Project Engineer I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Richmond, Virginia is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join their Highways Team. The role involves engineering design, technical advising, and project coordination.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Offers include a salary between $100,000 and $130,000, along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in a specialized discipline.
• Proficient in relevant design software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work.
• Analyze survey reports and other data to plan projects.
• Perform design computations and develop cost estimates.

Skills

OpenRoads 3D Modeling

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Strong written and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program

Job description

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Project Engineer

JMT's Richmond Highways Team is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to be responsible for engineering design using general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments with limited supervision. The engineer will act as a technical advisor to less experienced engineers.

Compensation for this position is $100,000.00 - $130,000.00, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The provided range is a good‑faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geological data to plan projects.
• Perform design computations.
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools. The successful candidate must be proficient in MicroStation and OpenRoads 3D Modeling.
• Develop construction cost estimates.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction.
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Manage project sub‑consultants and in‑house support disciplines.
• Develop extra work order requests and open‑end contract task proposals.
• Prepare proposals as required.
• Attend meetings with clients.
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality standards.

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Proficient in discipline‑specific design software, OpenRoads 3D Modeling, and MicroStation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and communication skills.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• 5‑10 years’ experience in a specialized discipline.

Qualifications Preferred

• Professional Engineer License.
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.