Highway Project Engineer I

Clark Nexsen; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a qualified engineer to design transportation improvements and manage multiple projects in Virginia Beach. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include project design, client coordination, and quality reviews. Strong proficiency in engineering design software and communication skills are essential. The role involves both office and occasional field work, ensuring adherence to client specifications and project timelines.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in specialized discipline required.
• Professional Engineer License preferred.
• Experience with local clients at county and state levels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design transportation improvements for projects.
• Analyze survey reports and other data to plan projects.
• Assist in preparation of engineering documents for construction.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure project completion.
• Quality review of project design.

Skills

Engineering design

Project management

Communication skills

Civil engineering principles

Design software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field

Tools

OpenRoads 3D Modeling

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The position will be responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Design transportation improvements for roadways, interchanges, intersection improvements, sidewalks, and trail projects
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction including contract plans and specifications
• Involvement in project and task decisions pertaining to scoping, budgeting and monitoring.
• Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
• Direct project sub-consultants and in-house support disciplines
• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work
• Quality review of project design in accordance with the Project Management Plan
• Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Experience in discipline specific design software, OpenRoads 3D Modeling and MicroStation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong Written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 5-10 years' experience in 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.

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.