Lead Transportation Engineer – Bridges & Infrastructure

Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Lee County’s Department of Transportation seeks a Department of Transportation Engineer to lead a team of engineers and technicians, oversee high-impact programs and ensure safe, efficient bridges, stormwater systems, and road networks.

You will direct maintenance initiatives, support capital projects, and collaborate with partners to strengthen county operations, delivering results that directly benefit the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 2 years of engineering or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering programs, including bridge inspections and major maintenance.
• Lead and develop engineering and technical staff, guiding on technical and policy matters.
• Review CIP plans, evaluate easement vacations, and approve overweight/over-limit permits.
• Prepare bid documents and manage contracted work for DOT-OPS projects.
• Provide engineering expertise across DOT-OPS divisions and coordinate with consultants and agencies.
• Manage grants and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Serve as essential staff during county emergencies and support rapid response activities.
• Contribute to long-term planning and implement best practices to enhance department performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Lee County’s Department of Transportation seeks a Department of Transportation Engineer to lead a team of engineers and technicians, oversee high-impact programs and ensure safe, efficient bridges, stormwater systems, and road networks.

You will direct maintenance initiatives, support capital projects, and collaborate with partners to strengthen county operations, delivering results that directly benefit the community.